Fear of Flying Help Course
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Checklist for Success
Day Before My Flight
__ Limit caffeine & sugar. Drink lots of water. Refrain from alcohol.
__ Get organized. Accomplish as much as possible the day before.
__ Pack your favorite books (Wings of Discovery?), snacks, puzzles, music, etc.
__ Bring magazines with splashy photos of beautiful places.
__ Pack a copy of this Support Package and print-out of this course.
__ Plan on a good night's sleep. Set at least 2 alarms.
__ Review and practice the Cheatsheet Tools before sleep.
Morning of Flight
__ Get up plenty early. Be deliberate. Don't be rushed.
__ Eat breakfast. Avoid too much O.J. (high acid content) and coffee. Drink water.
__ Review the Cheatsheet Tools. Leave early for the airport. Drive safely.
__ Practice your breathing & tensing exercises during your drive.
At the Airport
__ Get there early. Go to the boarding lounge.
__ Look outside at the planes. Can you think of questions for pilots?
__ Sit, relax, and review the Cheatsheet Tools. Look at beautiful magazine photos.
Boarding the Plane
__ Tell a Flight Attendant you are nervous and ask to visit the pilots.
__ Chat with the pilots, ask questions, mention you sometimes get nervous.
__ In your seat, say "Hi" to your seat-mate. Ask if he/she gets nervous flying.
__ Refer to Cheatsheet Tools if necessary.
During the Flight
__ How often do you get the time for simple pleasures? Enjoy yourself!
__ Snack, read, listen to music, look at pictures, do puzzles, chat.
__ Get up, walk around, stretch your legs. But, obey the seatbelt signs.
Landing
__ No big deal. Continue with activities. Use your Cheatsheet Tools if needed.
__ Soon you will be at your destination and your flight will be complete.
YOU Have Done It!!! Congratulations!!!
__ Gather your belongings. Say "Bye" to your seat-mate. Thank the crew.
__ Allow yourself to smile & enjoy this important accomplishment!
You now have a new freedom and a world of opportunities!
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