Flying in 2 weeks! Need Help!

Ashlynn · Post by **Ashlynn** » Wed May 14, 2008 6:42 am

I am flying from Florida to California in 2 weeks for vacation. I am wanting this to be fun and enjoyable but afraid of the flight. My husband and I are going for our one year aniversary and we are meeting family and freinds there. I am so scared that I am going to feel like crap the whole time I am there because of my anxiety. I am afraid to get on the plane. I have never been scared to fly before. I have been to Hawaii twice and that is a 9 hour flight. I had no problems with it at all. I didn't even have anxiety about it. My biggest fear is not being able to run when I get on. The What if thoughts are getting the best of me and I am so scared. I wake up every morning sick to my stomach. Can anyone help or have words of encouragement.

Chica_bella813 · Post by **Chica_bella813** » Wed May 14, 2008 7:24 am

Your dealing with classic anticipatory anxiety, which we all do, but obviously there is more pressure with this situation- pressure to enjoy yourself, pressure to have things be "good" for your husband, and so on. One thing I can tell you is the anticipation is ALWAYS worse than the actual event. I know how hard it is to use that logic when your in the state of worrying about it, but try and keep it in mind.

I would recommend you pack a bag of "comfort" items- things that sooth you- a meditation/relaxation CD, essential oil, good luck charm, whatever else you like. I like to have this for times that I am anxious about. I end up feeling "prepared" and comforted. Sometimes I write a list of affirmations and bring it with me and re-read them.

Your husband will be help to help as well- let him know what you need from him to help calm you.

You might want to talk to you doctor about getting a prescription for a short acting benzo, like Ativan or Xanax for the plane ride and if you should experience high anxiety during the trip- it can really really help and make things more enjoyable.

Remember- believe in yourself. You can do this and things will be better than you can imagine.

Angeline · Post by **Angeline** » Wed May 14, 2008 8:38 am

I hope you have a fun and safe flight, let us know how it goes.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Thu May 15, 2008 4:52 pm

You could also try a couple of dramamine maybe before the flight. I know you are going to have a wonderful timeand a great anniversary. Can't wait to hear all about it!