Overcoming the fear of flying after the pandemic

It is quite normal to have a fear of flying, but the fact that the ability to travel is restricted means that more people have developed this concern in the last two years. As long as it is safe to do so and current guidelines are met, people are encouraged to get back out and travel, although it is understandable that some people are concerned about flying. This issue is especially important when it comes to business travel.

Some people may worry about things they've seen on the news or may have a fear of heights in general. There are several ways to overcome this, from practicing  mindfulness to calm down before a flight, to understanding how an airplane actually works, which can ultimately help lessen the anxiety of flying. Among the experts' recommendations are:

Identify the cause of the fear

The first step to combat the fear of flying is to know what the root of the problem is. One of the most common concerns is turbulence, others worry about bad weather during the flight, and still others are simply frightened of the altitude that airplanes reach. Identifying what's scary will help you find the next step to overcome it.

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Informing yourself is one of the best ways to calm anxiety. Know how an airplane flies and seek information about turbulence. It's a way to realize how advanced the technology is to keep passengers safe.

Knowing the safety measures

Airplanes are designed to follow a list of safety measures, the knowledge of which can be reassuring to people facing the experience of flying. Passengers are often surprised at how much progress has been made in this area.

Leisure to keep your mind at ease

Before takeoff, it's useful to think of things to keep your mind occupied during the flight: take refuge in a favorite book, download a movie or series

Practicing mindfulness

It has been proven that practicing mindfulness helps calm anxiety by encouraging you to focus on what you are feeling in the moment. There are several apps where you can download sessions of this practice to facilitate meditation.

Talk to the flight attendants

There are people who feel great relief sharing with the flight attendants the feelings. They are very used to flying and help to understand that there is no reason.

Treatment with a specialist

If the fear has become paralyzing, it is best to talk to a therapist who has the tools and knowledge necessary to overcome this problem

If the fear has become paralyzing, it is best to talk to a therapist who has the tools and knowledge necessary to overcome this problem