Help desk Archive - Fly Above Fear

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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

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Reduce anxiety on long-haul flights

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

7 best books for fear of flying to help manage flight anxiety and fly with confidence

In brief: Can books really help fear of flying? Yes, some people have found that fear of flying books have given them the confidence they … Read More

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Your fear of flying questions answered by Dr Ravi Gill

Fear of flying can affect people in different ways, from mild anxiety before a trip to a phobia that prevents them from travelling altogether. But … Read More

What is hypnotherapy, and how can it help with fear of flying – Q&A with a trained hypnotist

What is hypnotherapy and can it help with fear of flying? We posed these questions – and more – to Laura Alexander, a London-based clinical … Read More

I have a flight in 3 days – how do I manage my anxiety?

Planning and preparation can reduce anxiety If you’re flying in 3 days and are beginning to feel anxious you’ll want to do everything you can … Read More

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Can hypnotherapy help with turbulence anxiety? – Q&A with a hypnotherapist

Hypnotherapy is a popular and potentially powerful way to help people overcome fear of flying and specific triggers like turbulence. But how does it work? … Read More

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Using positive affirmations for flight anxiety

In-flight anxiety is a psychological issue that can have a strong physiological impact. Alongside breathing and grounding exercises, positive affirmations can help to bring your … Read More

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How to help an anxious flyer

In brief: Supporting someone else with flight anxiety Travelling with someone who panics? This can be a trigger to you, even if you’ve never panicked … Read More

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Using CBT to deal with turbulence anxiety – Q&A with CBT therapist

For many nervous flyers, turbulence is the most distressing part of flying. We asked CBT therapist Paul Greene, Ph.D why turbulence creates so much anxiety … Read More

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Worried about getting ill: Understanding infection risks on planes

In brief Are you anxious about infections on planes? Why are some people worried about flying again? It’s often related to the ‘C’ word. During … Read More