- 1). Accept that it is unlikely you can conquer your fear of flying without help.
- 2). Get counseling or join a group. Since fear of flying is such a common phobia, many excellent clinics are available to help you. Look in the yellow pages under 'Clinics,' 'Mental Health Services' or 'Psychologists.'
- 3). Read a book. Countless books are devoted to overcoming the fear of flying. Most include instructions on special breathing and relaxation methods and other helpful techniques.
- 4). Buy a tape. Some fear-of-flying programs are on tape so you can listen to instructions for relaxation and breathing.
- 5). Have confidence that you can succeed. Even the most serious fears about flying can be conquered with proper treatment and hard work.
- 6). Ask your physician for a prescription drug to relax you when you must fly, if all else fails. Keep in mind, however, that most professionals believe you can conquer this fear without medication.