I have to go on vacation, (yes HAVE TO, im being forced)
and it requires 2 plane rides.
I have the WORST fear of flying,
and I always think the airplanes are going to crash.
I go to this place almost every summer, and I still have not gotten over my fear.
I’m really scared, what if the airplane crashes!!!? I WOULD DIEE!
How can I get over my fear?
I dont want to be scared foreverr.
#1 by sahbeewah on February 6th, 2010
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watch final destination
#2 by citylights (L) on February 6th, 2010
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just relax.
the plane isn’t going to crash.
but don’t sit next to the window.
and try and fall asleep on the plane ride.
or maybe bring an ipod or sit next to someone you can talk to — to take your mind off things.
#3 by tiffanyjmv on February 7th, 2010
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lol @ watch Final Destination! That is awful…
Ask your doctor to prescribe you a sedative such as valium or xanax. Make sure you have a ride/cab picking you up because you will be in no shape to drive after taking the medicine. Good luck, and relax! Plane rides can be fun.
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#4 by aaish on February 7th, 2010
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Did you know that it is estimated that over ten percent of the population in the United States has a fear of flying in an airplane? The reason for this fear ranges from feeling trapped inside an airplane, to being afraid of the airplane crashing, to not liking the feeling of the airplane bouncing around in turbulence, to being afraid of thunderstorms and severe weather, to not trusting the flight crew. No matter what the reason is, you can learn how to change yourself, relax, and actually enjoy a flight for once.
To begin with, make sure that you are comfortable. Dress as comfortably as possible. Wear loose clothes so that you won’t become too hot inside the airplane. Be sure to take a jacket or sweater wiht you on board, though, in case you become chilled. Next, get comfortable in your seat. Fasten your seat belt and relax. Remember that the entire crew of the airline that you have chosen to fly on are trained individuals who are making their careers in the airline industry. They want to do as good as job in their line of work as you want them to do. Some fo the pilots have thousands of hours flying time under their belts, and they are able to skillfully take off, fly, and land the airplanes with no problem whatsoever. Granted, sometimes airplanes have mechanical malfunctions, but these pilots are trained and experienced in handling all situations.
The next thing to do, after you are physically confortable, is to comfort your inner self. Relax. Breathe in through your mouth and out of your nose. Breathe deeply several times. This will help increase the amount of oxygen that is going into your body. Do not hyperventilate though. Control your breathing and concentrate on relaxing your entire body.
Next, make yourself replace your negative thoughts with positive thoughts. Do not worry about the airplane crashing, for example. Turn this negative thought into a positive thought by thinking ahead to how good it is going to feel to land safely at your destination and see your family, friends, or meet new business asociates.
Another method that you can try is to divert your attention so you can take your mind off of flying in an airplane. You can strike up a conversation wiht the person seated next to you, read a magazine or a favorite book, or recline your seat, once the airplane is in flight, and take a nap. If the person next to you seems calm and relaxed, you could ask them what their secret is too.
Read a book. Countless books are devoted to overcoming the fear of flying.
Here is a link of Fear of flying self help course link, plz have a look on it http://www.fearofflyinghelp.com/
#5 by tebikeiti2003 on February 7th, 2010
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I can understand your fear. I travel by plane about three or four times a year and I get scared everytime but I have to travel to see my family and I try to think that driving on the roads nowadays is ten times more dangerous than flying. So everytime i fly i think of that thought. Put your belief in God and think some day we are going to die soon but we are not old enough yet to be dead yet and when we do hope it is in bed so we might as well travel and see places before that number comes up.
Enjoy your trip, you are not alone in this fear. Every one in two has this fear. Say a prayer or two.
#6 by big chiefing on February 7th, 2010
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one word: VALIUM.
#7 by iREP BULGARIA ND NEW YORK on February 7th, 2010
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LOL dont watch final destination datz dah worst thing u cud do but juss bring an i-pod or books n magazines to read n itll keep ur mind off it…i personally luv being on airplanes n dey r so much fun for me
#8 by planes on February 7th, 2010
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Just do some research on how planes work. You will find in this research that planes are very safe and very hard to crash. The pilots are very well trained and know what they are doing. Just don’t worry. Airplanes don’t just crash it takes alot to crash a plane. First of all If the engine stop working (for some supernatural reason) the plane wouldn’t crash. it would be able to glide for a long time the pilot would be able to land it. So don’t worry and do some research you will be amazed how cool flying is. So have a safe trip
#9 by Armageddon_Star on February 7th, 2010
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You can get over your fear by knowing how planes work, and by getting to know your pilot more (he’s hopefully had lots of experience in flying) to ensure that you’re in good hands. Also, try talking to well-traveled people regarding their experiences with flying (It feels good if you get used to it).
Here’s some info: there are significantly more car accidents than plane crashes. There are only few, as in very few air accidents compared to car accidents. A possible reason why people are afraid of plane crashes is because the media always reports if there is a plane crash. However, (some?) people don’t realize that car accidents are more prone to happen (Happens everyday – someone in the world probably got in a car accident while you are reading this), and media cannot report on every single car accident. Car accidents have also been shown to be one of the leading causes of death and injury, but airplanes are not.
You ride cars everyday, right? I don’t know if you had an accident or not, but chances are you haven’t (or maybe just a minor). So there’s no reason to be afraid of airplanes if you ride cars to work/school everyday.
I hope that bit of info convinced you that air travel is safe (i forgot the source, tho).
Relax and enjoy the vacation. It’s meant to be enjoyed
#10 by hazelgreen on February 7th, 2010
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How many people have you ever known to die in a plane crash? How about a car crash? The plane is not going to crash…the chance of it crashing is LESS than .01%.