Do you have a fear of flying? Does it put you off going on holiday?
Your palms are sweaty, your breathing is shallow, your stomach may be churning, you’re in a blind panic thinking about everything that could go wrong and you’re looking for a way out…but there is no-where to go…and you’re stuck here for the next however many hours. It’s just you and your fear now. Does this sound something like you, when you’re on a plane? When most people think of travel we think in terms of being able to experience some of the most positive and memorable moments of our lives; we can explore exotic places, mingle with diverse cultures, soak up the sun, challenge ourselves in extreme climates…travel is an education in life and culture. However, if you have an anxiety, fear or phobia of flying you’ll probably see it entirely differently because, for you, the trauma of reaching your destination often far outweighs anything you could experience whilst you are there. To understand how fears and phobias develop, and how to cure them, it is vital to understand ho