Monday, July 8, 2013

How To Overcome Fear Of Flying Permanently

By Jordan R. Masten


DId you know that one out of every six adults has a fear of flying? Flying isn't really something that everyone looks forward to. Like in my case, riding an airplane has always been an issue for the longest time and it was just recently that I've somewhat overcame my fear and realized that I had nothing to fear after all. Of course, there are still those moments that I find myself nervous which is completely normal, but that didn't stop me from flying. Don't let your fear of flying hinder you from traveling and discovering new places. So if you suffer from the same anxiety when traveling by plane, here are some tips to that can help alleviate your fear and make flying more bearable.
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Learn the Symptoms.This fear can manifest in numerous ways. To find the best treatment for your condition, you must know the common symptoms you may feel when experiencing an anxiety attack because of the object of your fear. The symptoms you will experience may vary. Sometimes you will experience a symptom you did not experience from your previous episode.

Flying is safer than you think. Flying is actually the safest mode of transportation. Even if it doesn't seem like it, your chances of being involved in an aircraft accident are approximately one in eleven million. Always remember that airplanes are designed and built to withstand even the wildest turbulences. Apart from that, airline companies make sure that their planes and pilots are in tip top shape every flight so you shouldn't worry too much.

Pretend that you're just riding a bus. Riding a bus doesn't really feel that much different from riding a bus, well except for the take off and landing part. Just close your eyes and imagine that you're just taking a bus ride. When you hit turbulence, just imagine that you're just on a bumpy road.If all else fails, drink some alcohol or take a sedative. Of course these are not long term fixes but if you really need to go somewhere and you absolutely hate flying then these can do the trick.Conquering a fear is one of the best feelings in the world. Don't let your fear of flying make you miss out on the wonderful opportunity of traveling to new places. Happy flying!

Fear of flying may be common, but that doesn't make it any less of a problem. The panic you experience even thinking about taking a flight can be truly debilitating - but fortunately, it is something which can be overcome. You don't have to stay close to home for vacations, refrain from attending family reunions and weddings located too far away to drive. All you have to do is start putting the five following tips to use; it may not happen overnight, but if you're determined to get past your fear of flying, you can do it.

Do not conceal your fear:Getting help before you step foot on a plane can help you. If your phobia is bad enough you cannot get on the plane, then seeking help from a professional or trying hypnotherapy can help you. If you are able to get on a plane but feel you will panic, let the flight attendant know when you board. Sometimes it just takes a kind face to understand what you are going through to help you relax in flight.

Learn more about flying:You're much less likely to be fearful of something that you know and understand and the same is true of flying. Since a major component of your fear is that you're leaving your comfort zone, being informed about how air travel works and how low the risk of a plane accident actually is can go a long way towards putting your mind at ease and allowing you to board a plane and take a flight without losing your composure.

Take my friend Marybeth, as long as I've known her she's flown without a problem. Being claustrophobic however, she always chose to sit in an isle seat. But recently, she had an experience where she wanted to get up and move around, and the stewardess told her she had to stay in her seat. Marybeth began to feel trapped on the plane. She did what all of us do; she began "what if" thinking. What if she needed to get up and she wasn't allowed to? What if she panicked? What if she needed to use the rest room? What if she couldn't get an isle seat?

Be prepared:There's nothing that can make your anxiety about flying worse than having to rush to the airport at the last minute. Even though the stress of being late may not have much to do with your fear of flying, if you're already stressed out when you arrive at the airport, you'll have a much harder time relaxing once you're on the plane. Make a point of arriving early for your flight in order to give yourself some time to sit down, decompress and use some of your relaxation techniques so that you're ready for take-off.

Hypnotherapy:If none of the above helps you to overcome your fear of flying to the point that you're ready to get on a plane, then you may want to consider hypnotherapy as an alternative. Hypnosis can help you to get to the root of your fears and assist you in overcoming them. While hypnosis isn't a panacea for your anxieties, it is a valuable tool that can get you over the hump - and onto the tarmac and ready to fly.




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