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Airport annoyances

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I get to experience flight for the first time next month. Paid trip to California for work. Food, hotel, plane ticket, drinks all paid for. Sounds awesome, except that I'm terrified of heights and fear not being in control. I'm buying an iPad tomorrow to keep my thoughts away from death and altitude, and taking something to relieve my anxiety before the flight. Can't fucking wait! :so:

Any tips?
 
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3074326;2202114; said:
I get to experience flight for the first time next month. Paid trip to California for work. Food, hotel, plane ticket, drinks all paid for. Sounds awesome, except that I'm terrified of heights and fear not being in control. I'm buying an iPad tomorrow to keep my thoughts away from death and altitude, and taking something to relieve my anxiety before the flight. Can't fucking wait! :so:

Any tips?
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Neon crayons. That's what worked for me on my first flight. How could they not? They're neon!

I'm not a big plane chatter, but it would probably help to casually mention it's your first flight if you see some kind faces around. Everyone's a friend during takeoff.

Once you're up there, a few things will make a big difference in comfort and get you there feeling better. Planes can be cold, especially around leg space and windows, so a warm sweatshirt to use as a throw or a pillow helps. Plan to buy some water in the terminal so you don't get dehydrated. The white noise is wearying, so bring some good headphones and music. Ear pressure probably won't be an issue, but since it's your first flight, grab a pack of gum. The iPad should be a pretty good distraction... reading or sleeping make for the fastest trips.

Also, look for aliens. It's the best chance you'll get. :p
 
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download podcasts and maybe even a movie rental before heading to the airport. Obviously pack headphones.

see if your airline offers wifi, usually for a small fee. Watching bwi show Taos' failboat how it's done is a great distraction. Plus if you start weeping uncontrollably you can keep us abreast of that news.
 
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jwinslow;2202130; said:
download podcasts and maybe even a movie rental before heading to the airport. Obviously pack headphones.

see if your airline offers wifi, usually for a small fee. Watching bwi show Taos' failboat how it's done is a great distraction. Plus if you start weeping uncontrollably you can keep us abreast of that news.
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"Thy tongue outvenoms all the worms of Nile." :tongue2:
 
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