Flying is one of the most common means of transportation for you to get from one destination to the next. However, there are some who are so overcome with the fear of flying that they simply to afraid to fly and will seek alternative methods of transportation regardless of the travel time. This fear of flying is often referred to as aviophobia.Compared to driving accidents, accidents on air are few and far between. This doesn't mean that they don't happen at all but statistics show that in-air collisions are rare.
Know what to expect. Fear and anxiety usually happen when your mind wanders off and imagine all sorts of possibilities that could happen. Things such as the plane will crash, the plane will burn, the plane will explode and other negative situations can all create fear. Without knowing to expect, a simple turbulence can instantly send you to panicville. Try to familiarize yourself with the sounds and movements of an airplane so that you'll understand what you're experiencing during take off, landing or when the plane hits turbulence. There are a lot of resources online that can help you understand what to expect.
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.
Medication therapy works best with psychotherapy but these therapies are effective on their own. With medication therapy, your doctor would prescribe drugs that can help lessen the frequency of your attacks. Psychotherapy works best for phobias as in this type of treatment, you are presented with several things you can actually do to not be scared anymore. Exposure therapy is a technique used to help you conquer your phobia. In this method, you will gradually be exposed to your phobia in controlled situations until you are not scared anymore. You will learn how to overcome fear of flying by braving the object of your phobia.Flying is one of the most convenient way to travel. Do not miss on the opportunity to experience this convenience just because you are scared of it. There is nothing to be scared of. Face your fear and you will see what you've been missing for a long time.
Bring Medications Prescribed by Your Doctor - One way to combat your anxiety attacks during flying is to take anti-anxiety medication that is prescribed by your doctor. This is a far better option compared to having to intoxicate yourself prior to boarding or having to take medication that is not recommended by your physician.Face Your Fear - Your fear of flying can be remedied by facing it head on. Flying lessons can come in handy to acclimatize you on air. With an instructor guiding you through flying, you will learn that there is nothing to fear from especially when flying safe.
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.
Facing Turbulence:Turbulence can be the most uncomfortable for someone with a fear of flying who is trying to work on it. Even with your meditation methods, hypnotherapy, and relaxation techniques, turbulence can bring back your fear. Rather than fight it or tense up let your body move with it. Think of it as a car going over a bump in the road. If you allow your body to relax and move with the movement of the plane you will feel better.
Placement of your seat:Turbulence is often worse at the back of the cabin. When you book your flight, if at all possible, book a seat that is in the front. Additionally, choose a seat that is right before or after the exits as this can help you relax. If your fear of flying is related more to a feeling of claustrophobia book a seat at the bulkhead and on the aisle. In this way you will feel less blocked in. Sitting in the middle or in the window can make you feel squished in with no way of getting out.
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.
Educate yourself about flying:The more you know about something you fear the more you can begin to understand it. Ask questions about the flight when you speak with the flight attendant and book the flight.Alternative methods:Hypnosis is an excellent method that may help you overcome your fear of flying. The above tips in conjunction with hypnotherapy provided by an accredited and experienced professional therapist you feel comfortable with, may provide an all-around solution to your fear and get you past the gate and out to the runway.
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Know what to expect. Fear and anxiety usually happen when your mind wanders off and imagine all sorts of possibilities that could happen. Things such as the plane will crash, the plane will burn, the plane will explode and other negative situations can all create fear. Without knowing to expect, a simple turbulence can instantly send you to panicville. Try to familiarize yourself with the sounds and movements of an airplane so that you'll understand what you're experiencing during take off, landing or when the plane hits turbulence. There are a lot of resources online that can help you understand what to expect.
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.
Medication therapy works best with psychotherapy but these therapies are effective on their own. With medication therapy, your doctor would prescribe drugs that can help lessen the frequency of your attacks. Psychotherapy works best for phobias as in this type of treatment, you are presented with several things you can actually do to not be scared anymore. Exposure therapy is a technique used to help you conquer your phobia. In this method, you will gradually be exposed to your phobia in controlled situations until you are not scared anymore. You will learn how to overcome fear of flying by braving the object of your phobia.Flying is one of the most convenient way to travel. Do not miss on the opportunity to experience this convenience just because you are scared of it. There is nothing to be scared of. Face your fear and you will see what you've been missing for a long time.
Bring Medications Prescribed by Your Doctor - One way to combat your anxiety attacks during flying is to take anti-anxiety medication that is prescribed by your doctor. This is a far better option compared to having to intoxicate yourself prior to boarding or having to take medication that is not recommended by your physician.Face Your Fear - Your fear of flying can be remedied by facing it head on. Flying lessons can come in handy to acclimatize you on air. With an instructor guiding you through flying, you will learn that there is nothing to fear from especially when flying safe.
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.
Facing Turbulence:Turbulence can be the most uncomfortable for someone with a fear of flying who is trying to work on it. Even with your meditation methods, hypnotherapy, and relaxation techniques, turbulence can bring back your fear. Rather than fight it or tense up let your body move with it. Think of it as a car going over a bump in the road. If you allow your body to relax and move with the movement of the plane you will feel better.
Placement of your seat:Turbulence is often worse at the back of the cabin. When you book your flight, if at all possible, book a seat that is in the front. Additionally, choose a seat that is right before or after the exits as this can help you relax. If your fear of flying is related more to a feeling of claustrophobia book a seat at the bulkhead and on the aisle. In this way you will feel less blocked in. Sitting in the middle or in the window can make you feel squished in with no way of getting out.
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.
Educate yourself about flying:The more you know about something you fear the more you can begin to understand it. Ask questions about the flight when you speak with the flight attendant and book the flight.Alternative methods:Hypnosis is an excellent method that may help you overcome your fear of flying. The above tips in conjunction with hypnotherapy provided by an accredited and experienced professional therapist you feel comfortable with, may provide an all-around solution to your fear and get you past the gate and out to the runway.
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