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Old 10-11-2009, 10:37 AM
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Default How to overcome the fear of flying?

I have a friend who is terrified of flying. She won't get on a plane for fear that the plane might crash. She won't travel overseas or very far from her state because she won't get on an airplane. She only travels by car, train or by ship (on cruise).
I tried to tell her that she is missing out on so much by not being able to travel overseas. I also told her that she is much more likely to die on a car crash than on a plane crash, according to what I have read.
But nothing would do to convince her. She just won't get on a plane. She has never been on an airplane her entire life.
Have you or anyone you know been in a similar situation? If so, how did you or they overcome the fear of flying?
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Old 10-12-2009, 01:08 AM
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well debby, i use to be in similar situation i lost one of my best friend in Plane crash he is in army.
i don't afraid but i don't wanna go...can't say similar but ya quite similar...
One i missed my train and i have to reach destination urgently for my exams..no other train for next week as all are reserved seats..then i had to go air route..i went i really feel fear while it taking up but i use to like speed and fighter plane and all so after 10 to 15 min i just start feel nice...

My suggestion is just take her to airport let her see that plane takeoff and landing enjoy so drinks there..might it will help...
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