Exploring existential therapy for fear of flying with Eloise Skinner
In the latest of our Expert Insights series we speak with Eloise Skinner an author and qualified psychotherapist. Eloise is a practitioner of existential therapy, … Read More
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How fear of flying affects blood pressure, including ways to reduce it
In brief Why can fear of flying affect blood pressure? Fear of flying often triggers the same physical stress response as any other anxiety-provoking situation. … Read More
Anxiety when the seatbelt sign comes on: Why it stays on & how to stay calm
In brief Why the seatbelt sign spikes anxiety Many anxious flyers (including me!) get a sudden spike of anxiety when the familiar chime sounds and … Read More
Turbli: How to cope with turbulence forecast anxiety
In brief Why Turbli can increase anxiety – and how to deal with it You’ve checked your flight on Turbli. Now what? Turbulence forecasts claim … Read More
Can I overcome my fear of turbulence? Q&A with therapist Nathan Feiles
Turbulence is a huge trigger for many anxious flyers, but even the most acute turbulence fears can be overcome, says Nathan Feiles, LCSW-R. Nathan is … Read More
Free fear of flying help: Tips, tools & resources to fly without fear
In brief: Get free help for fear of flying Fly Above Fear is a completely free resource to help people manage and reduce their fear … Read More
Frightened to fly on EasyJet: My reassuring in-flight experience
In brief Why does flying on EasyJet make some people nervous? EasyJet is a low-cost carrier, which can cause anxiety in some passengers. It’s often … Read More
Best noise cancelling headphones for nervous fliers
In brief What noise cancelling headphones if you’re afraid of flying? Noise cancelling headphones are an essential item for anxious flyers, blocking out external noises … Read More
What causes fear of flying and can it be treated? Q&A with Dr Ravi Gill
We may live with a fear of flying, but do we really know where it comes from? In the latest edition of our Expert Insights … Read More
Fear of flying on Ryanair: Why budget flights can feel scarier (and why they’re just as safe)
In brief Is Ryanair safe? Yes, Ryanair is safe! The budget airline has been operating since 1985. Today, Ryanair operates over 3,800 daily flights from … Read More
Can a massage help my pre-flight anxiety?
Many people associate a fear of flying with anxious thoughts, but anxiety often shows up physically too. Tight muscles, headaches, poor sleep and a racing … Read More
Coping with long haul flights – stress reduction strategies
In brief Bigger distances, longer flights, lower anxiety Long-haul flights can strike fear into those with flight anxiety, with the fear overwhelming. This is especially … Read More
