afraid of flying? how to overcome it?

Answer 1

Fear of flying is a notoriously difficult phobia to treat.

If you have never flown before and it's really only anticipatory anxiety you may well find when you do actually fly it's absolutely fine.

If you have flown before and know you don't like it, your best bet is something to divert your attention.

I find puzzle books quite good because they take a bit more mental effort than just watching the film. Drink can help to an extent - one of the reasons it's allowed on board(!) but don't get smashed and don't drink AT ALL if you have taken any sort of medication eg benzodiazepines, beta-blockers. You could be very ill indeed!

The best thing is just to focus on what a great time you'll have when you get to your destination.

Answer 2

As a somewhat nervous flyer myself, I've found a few things to remember that can help.

I have a friend who's a pilot and he told me:

Landing gear going up or down causes the plane to shake slightly and makes a bit of noise. Perfectly normal.

Planes do NOT fly straight to their destinations. They have to change course frequently. When they do this, the plane will tilt side to side.

Planes often have to change altitude. When they do this, the nose will move up or down. You may also notice a change in pitch in the sound of the engines.

Both of the above are accomplished by the pilot moving certain control surfaces (rudder, etc.) This will cause some mechanical noise and is completely normal.

The thing that helps me the most is to look at the cabin staff. They fly pretty much every day and look at how calm they are. No matter what the plane is doing at any time, all they are focused on is their jobs. But you can be sure if something was wrong, they'd notice it immediately. If they're calm. I'm calm.

Bear in mind that statistically, flying is extremely safe.

I find a drink or two helps me relax. But don't overdo it. It's very easy to get blotto at altitude and drunk passengers are frowned upon by the airlines, their staffs and the authorities. Get too hammered and you could end up in jail (no joke).

Like many things, flying becomes easier with practice.

Answer 3

I too am afraid of flying - I hate it but do it so that my husband can have the holiday that he prefers - sun and nice beaches.

I get over it by pretending I'm in the car. When you are in a car close your eyes and it feels just the same. I always fly from Stansted because it's usually a smoother take off and landing. I wouldn't fly from any other airport if I can help it. My first flight was many years ago from Gatwick and so I have tried somewhere else

I hope you can get over your fear - some people are worse than others. You could try hypnotherapy - Paul McKenna would be best. - I wish you luck

Answer 4

Fly - that's all you have to do. The more you fly and are familiar with that environment the better. I also heard that BA offer a 'flight' day, where pilots talk to you then you go on a round trip etc - they explain all the noises etc. Basically if you don't just get on a plane you will always be in fear. Try and focus on the destination and the fun you will have there.

Answer 5

Go to a health shop and purchase a bottle of DR.BACH RESCUE REMEDY (about £4.00.) Put a couple of drops under your tongue if and when you feel anxious.
I had a friend who was petrified of flying and once flew to New York, in flight he was so scared that he did not leave his seat to use the toilet.
I recommended Dr.Bach Rescue Remedy and his next trip was to Las Vegas, on flight he used the remedy if and when he found he needed it, he had no probelms at all and now fly's all over the world.
Rescue Remedy is made from plants and has no side effects and can be used with allopathic medication.
Give it a go it will work!!

Answer 6

Up until a few years ago i used to fly about twice a year, only to Ireland so it was only an hours flight. I haven't flown for about 6 years. I'm so petrified i will NEVER step on a plane again, i have no idea how to overcome it. But to be honest i don't wont to, I'm much happier with my feet firmly on the ground. Good luck, i hope you get the answers that help you, i know this one wont!!!

Answer 7

Flying helps

Answer 8

Mr T from the A-Team was afraid of flying which is funny for a mucho man. Try to flight with someone and sit by the window.

Answer 9

take a small strength beta blocker. Or analyse! Fear of flying is fear of crashing and dying. Conquer your fear of dying and you won't be afraid of flying. Sounds mad but I have accepted that I am going to die but want to be remebered as a happy person when I do. Therefore I intend to be happy and smiling when I die. I take this smile onto the plane half expecting to die and what a bonus when every time I have escaped unscathed!

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