939: Flying with Confidence: Practical Steps to Overcome Your Fear

In today's episode, Gina provides a step by step guide on how to overcome the anxiety we may be facing surrounding air travel. From understanding our fear and gathering knowledge about the process of air travel to gradually exposing ourselves to the air travel process and studying and implementing relaxation techniques, this guide will help make air travel possible for you. Listen in to these numerous techniques to prepare yourself for air travel and feel more calm in the skies during your next flight!

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What is anxiety?

Quote:

I'm not afraid of storms, for I'm learning how to sail my ship.

-Louisa May Alcott

Chapters

0:00:24 Welcome back to the Anxiety Coaches Podcast

0:01:16 In-Flight Peace and Calm Meditation for Subscribers

0:13:46 Celebrating Small Steps Towards Overcoming Fear

0:14:41 Embracing Patience and Persistence in the Journey

0:15:33 Sharing the Commonality of Fear of Flying

Long Summary

In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I discuss several strategies to overcome the fear of flying. I start by suggesting a guided body scan meditation as a way to relax before a flight. I then emphasize the importance of viewing excitement as a positive emotion, rather than anxiety, to signal to our brains that we are safe. Visualizing positive outcomes and seeking support from family, friends, or support groups are also encouraged. I recommend utilizing self-help resources such as books, online forums, and mobile applications specifically designed to help overcome the fear of flying.

Preparing for the flight is crucial, including arriving at the airport early and packing essentials. I highlight the value of distractions during the flight, such as listening to music, watching movies, reading books, or engaging in conversation, to divert the mind from anxiety-provoking thoughts. Celebrating small victories along the way is important, as each step forward brings us closer to overcoming fear. I remind listeners that everyone's journey is unique and to be patient and persistent with oneself. Overcoming fear of flying is a gradual process that may involve multiple flights or challenges, but with perseverance, fear can be diminished and the joy of air travel experienced.

I conclude the podcast by encouraging listeners to share this episode with anyone they know who may have a fear or stress around flying, as it is a common fear. I share my personal experiences with fear of flying, acknowledging that while I am no longer afraid, I still find it uncomfortable at times. I stress the importance of viewing discomfort as a part of the process and remind listeners that they are safe. The episode concludes with a quote from Louisa May Alcott, highlighting the idea of learning to navigate through challenging situations like storms.

Overall, the podcast offers practical tips, encouragement, and support to help conquer the fear of flying and embrace the joy of air travel.

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