Fear of flying--is there a real cure

Good luck (being in the age group and gender most addicted to tranquillisers) with getting them off your GP! Every time I fly long haul my requests have been refused. You will have to buy them on the street. And/or let me know which GP is prescribing!

Anyway so then I just committed to it, thought what the heck. I never ever sit near a window and I read furiously during take off and landing. I must admit I'm not terrified though, just slightly anxious.

My daughter used to be scared of flying but was determined to overcome it because she didn't want to miss any opportunities that might come her way. She went on holidays that only required a short flight (with the help of Rescue Remedy) and made sure she was with confident, supportive people. When she married she lived in Northern Ireland for nine years so became used to the hour long flight from Belfast to Stansted. Last year she holidayed in the Maldives which was a real triumph for her.

Worrying about the flight will make it worse, Cheelu. Remember you are not alone. Millions of people hate flying and the Fear of Flying courses are very good.

Jings is right - a couple of valium before flights and you might sleep or even enjoy them. DO NOT MIX WITH ALCOHOL

Find a really good hypnotherapist.

Or plan a cruise to coincide!

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You will probably enjoy the whole trip even more too.

You can get some calmng down tablets from the doctor. Just a few days supply.

My daughter did a 'fear of flying' course with BA. It worked well.

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