Adriana F. Chávez De la Peña

Opinions & Thoughts

Last updated: 17/Feb/2026

Doe airplane travel cause you anxiety? Let me share what works for me!

Disclaimer: This is an opinion blog! What I share here is entirely based on anecdotal evidence, and my own interpretations of them. I can’t nor do I pretend to claim that what I share here is a hard truth that applies the same to everyone else, but what my true, honest take is on this.

For context, let me tell you about my own fears/anxiety</b>

I struggle with the physical sensation of being inside a plane, and my lack of control over it.

I have a strong aversion to the ``weight loss’’ sensation (The “drops” in a rollercoaster)

Tips I wish I could give ‘old me’ to mitigate her flying anxiety

Booking the flight

  • Avoid sitting in the back of the plane.
  • Get a window seat.

Before the flight

  1. Make sure you are ready to board the plane with a charged phone and headphones (whichever you are most comfortable with).

2.

Take-off

How to prepare:

During take-off: It is very important that you st

Turbulence

Landing

Safety concerns