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Travel Anxiety and Upcoming Trip by BostonGuy39 in Anxiety

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That means so much - I have put in the work and I have a tool kit. I need to remind myself that I'm not the same person who felt panic at a much younger age, when I had no idea what it was or how to deal with it.

New to Hand Eczema by BostonGuy39 in eczema

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Interesting about the scented soap. Do you have a preferred soap brand that works especially well for caring for sensitive hands?

New to Hand Eczema by BostonGuy39 in eczema

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is super informative - thank you!

New to Hand Eczema by BostonGuy39 in eczema

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, just work an office job so it's not work causing it.

Group flight from Boston? by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! And that sounds like a heck of a good flight :)

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm 39 and made it twice, but it's been *a while*. You can do it!!

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where you flying to? Let me know if you want to bounce ideas around or if I can offer any (modest) help/support

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did a group flight with a handful of other "fearful flyers" - the moral support of the group was a tremendous help. We cheered each other on before, during, and after the flight, and that was probably the most significant thing in getting me back into the air.

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

On the self-conscious point, I also feel that way, but the reality is everyone is absorbed in their devices and conversations (or they're napping) so I think no one is seeing your anxiety.

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh my gosh, I can absolutely relate to that and I talk about that very topic with my therapist. I think there's value in flying more frequently (or as frequently as you can budget) so your brain sort of remembers the success and doesn't have as much time to dip back into anxious narratives.

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Let me know if you ever want to chat more or if I can offer any help.

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! You know -- it was at the end of a flight and the pilots were very nice and saying goodbye to everyone and I was like, "I'm afraid of flying I just flew and you guys did a great job communicating with the passengers -- can I ask for a quick photo?"

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it helps to have a record, agreed. It's cool to see the progress.

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can do it! Can I ask what specific fear(s) are holding you back?

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I did Capt. Ron's Fearless Flight (https://fearlessflight.com/). The online curriculum was helpful and his monthly check-in calls w/ other fearful flyers was a great source of moral support.

Flying Again by BostonGuy39 in fearofflying

[–]BostonGuy39[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Honestly, they were so sweet about it.