How to cope when flight anxiety appears without warning
In brief Why anxiety can appear suddenly when flying Sudden anxiety during a flight is a common psychological response as your brain flips from a … Read More
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“I’m afraid of flying, but I have to travel – what can I do?”
In brief Why it can be easier to fly when you have to Anticipatory anxiety is a huge problem for anxious flyers who want to … Read More
How to tell a friend or family member you’re a nervous flyer
Why sharing helps A problem shared is a problem halved, goes the old saying. Admitting a fear of flying to a friend or loved one … Read More
Calm anxiety without drawing attention to yourself
In brief Staying calm discretely Nervous flyers are often worried they’ll experience a panic attack on a plane, and the attention this will bring. Thankfully, … Read More
Professional help for fear of flying
In brief When enough is enough Sometimes, your fear of flying can feel overwhelming and like you can’t cope. If this happens to you, it … Read More
How diet and hydration affect flight anxiety
In brief Links between diet, stress and anxiety Diet and hydration can have a huge impact on stress levels and anxiety. Eating and drinking the … Read More
“I’m never flying again…” – Why this is common after a bad flight
In brief Saying you’ll quit flying is really common Stating that you’ll stop flying after a stressful experience is a frequent reaction. Whether you’ve just … Read More
Learning to accept anxiety while flying
In brief Why accepting anxiety can help fearful flyers If you’re a fearful flyer, anxiety is a part of the flight experience. It can start … Read More
What is anticipatory anxiety?
In brief Why anxiety can peak before a flight Anticipatory anxiety is the fear and distress experienced in advance of a situation that has not … Read More
Why plane noises aren’t a sign of danger
In brief The noises you’ll hear while flying Aircraft noises can be a cause of anxiety if you don’t know what they are. Thankfully, aircraft … Read More
Fear of flying and alcohol: Does drinking help or make anxiety worse?
In brief Why drinking alcohol can increase anxiety When anxious flyers feel pre-flight tension building, some reach for a drink to take the edge off. … Read More
How to create a personal “flight comfort kit”
In brief What to include in your personal flight comfort kit A flight comfort kit is a small collection of handpicked items that provide reassurance, … Read More
