Products & Services Help and Cure in 10 Easy Steps Fear of Flying Assess and Reassure | Step One - Understand What Fear Is | | The first step of the fear of flying assess and reassure process would be to first overcome your fear. To to that you need to understand your fear. This will help you get to the facts of fear and help you counter it through understanding. For example the reptilian brain looks at everything in a very basic way. We have no control over the reactions of our reptilian brain, but it has a lot of control over us. It is the reptilian brain that makes us jump back from the path of an oncoming 10 ton truck, we don’t have to think about how we feel about the truck and we don’t have to stand & assess the closing speed, we just jump. Read more about understanding what fear is. |  | | Step Two - Gather Information | | Another helpful approach to the fear of flying assess and reassure process, is to get more accurate information about the actual dangers of flying. We know, for instance, that flying is 20 times safer than driving a car. Even though we may know that in our rational, logical mind, often times our fear is really a product of our emotional reaction, and it is very difficult to combat it with logic. When we don't understand something, we tend to be afraid of it. Getting more accurate information about flying itself will help, such as how airplanes fly, how weather conditions affect flying and what some of the flight noises that disturb us. |  | | Step Three - Understand Yourself | | An important part of the fear of flying assess and reassure process is understanding yourself. Where does the fear of flying start? Is it a past experience that causes it? This is probably very different for each individual. Certainly, for some people a past experience seems to cause it. If someone has a scary experience in the past, then it may develop into a real fear. Sometimes we learn to be afraid because other people around us are afraid or are expressing fear. To understand the common characteristics of fear, read more here. |  | | Step Four - Understand Associated Fears | | Generally, people don't really fear flying itself, but a number of other fears that are associated with flying such as the fear of heights or the fear of being trapped in a closed place. There is also the fear of crashing and dying or a fear of flying over water. Click here for a complete phobia list and their meanings. Often the no. 1 reason is not being in control of the situation. We are not in control in a plane like driving a car. While we cannot control what is going on in the cockpit, we can control how we think about the experience and control some of those disturbing sensations in our body, such as our heart beating rapidly, feeling shaky, or trembling. |  | | Step Five - Alternative Therapies | | Alternative therapies are a very common part of the fear of flying assess and reassure process. Hypnotherapy can be very helpful for people who don't like to fly. Relaxation and hypnosis, including self-hypnosis can make them feel as though they have a great deal of control over their reaction. The secret is to practice faithfully for several weeks before you take your flight. It is important to practice before you actually need it so that your body and mind respond automatically. If you get into a situation where you are experiencing extremely high anxiety, it may be more difficult to use the relaxation if you have not practiced at other times. |  | | Step Six - Other Techniques | There are many other techniques involved in the fear of flying assess and reassure process. Sitting in an aisle seat means you can easily get out of your seat or stretch your legs out. Others feel more comfortable sitting by a window. Sitting slightly forward or over the wings is also good. If you are not subject to motion sickness reading a good book is also helpful, especially if it's something very compelling & interesting to you. You may find that you hardly notice that you're flying because you are so absorbed in what you are reading You can also distract yourself by watching other people who seem to be relaxed, both at the airport & on the plane. |  | | Step Seven - Be Organised | | Organization is a very important part of the fear of flying assess and reassure process. It is important to optimize the possibility of a successful experience. Obviously, leaving yourself plenty of time is very important. If people are rushing around, trying to get to the airport, they are going to find themselves feeling more anxious and will set themselves up for more distress. Plan carefully in advance so that you leave enough time for doing what you need to do at home before you leave, perhaps packing the car the night before or early the next morning, getting to the airport early & selecting a seat near the front where it will be quieter & smoother. |  | | Step Eight - A Spoonful of Medicine | | There are many different pills, potions and medicines on the Internet today that could help with the fear of flying assess and reassure process. An important part of the fear of flying assess and reassure process is to make sure you have the right medicine for you. We have searched the Web, (so you don't have to) and come up with a few of the best solutions that may help you. Make sure you read all instructions and follow the advice of your medical consultant or Doctor before taking prescription drugs. |  | | Step Nine - Understand What You Are Missing Out On | | The fear of flying assess and reassure process involves you deciding how important it is to overcome this fear. It may be helpful to look at the positive aspects of being able to fly. How would it make his life more enjoyable? Would it make a difference to your job or career. Would you be able to enjoy more exoctic holidays? Would it mean being able to visit family or friends abroad? Would your children experience the world rather than staying at home in front of the Play Station or TV during School holidays? Look at all the things you could be missing out on because you are not able to fly. Why not sign up for our newsletter for more help. |  | | Step Ten - Work with People That Can Help | | Start getting information about opportunities in your area to work with someone who can help you take the necessary steps to face this fear. Take a fear of flying course. The highly acclaimed 'Cure Your Fear of Flying' program is one of the top courses in the industry today, giving hundreds of people fear of flying help, from anxiety at takeoff to the complete inability to board an aircraft. You could even sign up for a go in a flight simulator. Or Try the Microsoft Flight Simulator X on your PC. Another way in the fear of flying assess and reassure process would be to buy your copy of the Fear of Flying Help DVD - Cure your fear of flying in 1 easy step. |  | |
