Your Anxiety Toolkit - Practical Skills for Anxiety, Panic & Depression 439 Afraid to Fly? This Is What I Tell My Clients Before Every Flight
Jun 23, 2025
Flying anxiety is more common than you think, especially during vacation season. Discover the root causes of your fears, from losing control to claustrophobia. Learn practical strategies like mindfulness and aerodynamics to ease your mind. Embrace a compassionate approach to confront your fears and prepare for your next flight. Gain confidence through self-acceptance and gentle steps forward, making air travel less intimidating.
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Fear Rooted in Control Loss
- Fear of flying often stems from feeling out of control or not understanding how planes stay in the air. - Anxiety is linked more to the experience or interpretation of flying rather than the actual safety of the plane.
Fear of Panic, Not Planes
- Many fear flying due to fear of having a panic attack rather than fear of the plane. - This fear is actually panic disorder, requiring a different treatment approach.
Self-Compassion and Mindset Shift
- Cultivate self-compassion first when preparing for a flight. - Shift mindset from resistance to willingness to experience anxiety as an opportunity for growth.