All in the Mind - A Space for Conscious Thought

A New Perspective on the Fear of Flying A fear of flying is far more common than most people realise. Many people experience waves of worry, tension, or panic around air travel, sometimes only when they’re tired, stressed, or going through a demanding period of life. For others, the anxiety is stronger and shows up long before the flight is even booked. For some, the fear comes from an internal sense of losing control - the worry that emotions might overwhelm them mid‑flight or that they’ll feel embarrassed in front of others. For others, it’s linked to external triggers like turbulence, weather, or the idea that something might go wrong with the aircraft. Some people feel fine at the airport but notice their symptoms rising just before boarding. Others feel the anxiety as soon as they start planning a holiday. This anticipatory anxiety is incredibly common and can make even the idea of travelling feel overwhelming. A fear of flying can develop for many reasons:- a difficult fl...