10) Take along a magazine or book that you can really immerse yourself in to distract your mind from the flight. Listen to music
9) Arrive early to the airport. Watch the planes come and go and let that soothe your worries.

8) Understand the dynamics of aircrafts and how they work.
7) Talk about your fears with a person you trust. Sometimes, we just need to talk through our difficulties.
6) Develop some sort of routine to go back to when the mind begins to panic. Rub your thumb against your index finger; take a deep breath; cross your eyes; wiggle your toes. Just try not to draw unnecessary attention to yourself.
5) There are classes designed to help would-be passengers confront their fears head-on. Look into it.
4) Meditate or pray. It doesn’t have to be religious, but it can be.
3) Chew gum. It will help during the decompression and will give you something further to do
2) Talk to your seat neighbour.

1) Seek professional counselling or therapy if need be.

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