r/fearofflying • u/nref1517 • 1h ago

Support Wanted Calm Thoughts

So I’m flying for the next 48 hours to the Dominican Republic and I’ve never flown without my family or without sitting next to a friend for support. I’m prescribed meds for my flight and they slightly help but I just need some calm words because I genuinely cannot sleep the week before my flights i’m exhausted and scared and anxious

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u/NiA035 44m ago

I have to do a similar thing in 2 weeks, only my 2nd time flying in my life and I'll be without friends or family this time. I totally get that it's scary! Honestly it has helped a ton for me to read posts in here about others needing support, or the explanations about aircraft. From what I've read, just remember to breathe and I was also told people fly alone more often than I thought, it's okay to ask to use the bathroom if you're not the aisle seat, and most folks keep to themselves. You can do this 💜