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11 Thoughts Every Anxious Flyer Has Before Their Flight

Even frequent flyers get anxious.

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11 Thoughts Every Anxious Flyer Has Before Their Flight

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I've never flown by myself. I've flown with my dog multiple times, twice with my sister, and once with an ex. I've flown two-hours from Tallahassee to Miami and once flew to Chicago, another two-hour flight. What might seem like a quick flight for some actually feels like a lifetime for me.

I hate flying. I'd rather drive eight hours in traffic than hop on a plane. The mere thought of a flight gives me nightmares days before I'm due to take off. Flying solo, especially, gives me all sorts of anxiety.

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My Gripes With The TSA

On the fly article writing in the heart of JFK.

Ohio University

Marc Anthony Brown

At the time of writing this, it's Wednesday, May 15^th, 2019. I am writing this article in the middle of the infamous JFK International airport, just outside of New York City. I am running on one hour of sleep and so far, I am running somewhat efficiently. For some reason, I can't annunciate words for some reason. Anyway, why am I here at JFK? My mom thought it would be nice to take a vacation to San Juan Puerto Rico. I am never too fancy of traveling and was very doubtful we were able to afford it. But once I saw that email in my dorm room, I knew I was going. No, ifs and or butts. I like seeing new places, but the one thing I hate is traveling. If I had a superpower it would… well first it would be regeneration and then second would be long distance teleportation. Traveling is boring, it is why I don't head home from OU during the school year. I can't bare a three-hour drive. Now add flying on top of that, I am internally screaming.

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Everything That Is Wrong With Air Travel, Before, During, And After The Flight

People think their boarding pass doubles as a free pass to act however they please. Guys! We did not stop being contributing members of society just because we walked through the doors of an airport.

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Everything That Is Wrong With Air Travel, Before, During, And After The Flight

Grace Gilbert

Here is the thing about air travel: it rarely makes you a better person. Yes, the experiences you might have when you reach your final destination might lead to self-discovery. But, Instagram doesn't know how many people you might have knocked down to get there. In the airport, we show our tired selves, our sweatpants, and greasy hair selves and our annoyed selves. When I missed my connecting flight to Italy I actually thought I was going to kill someone. The people at the "customer service" desk started it though.

Whatever.

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8 Traveling Tips For Those Out-Of-State Students Who Are In The Airport More Than Their Classes

Unless you plan on having an aisle seat, never order coffee for the plane ride. Here are 8 traveling tips I have learned throughout my years of being an out-of-state student!

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Being from out-of-state can be fun and exciting. But trust me, it isn't all fun and games once you realize how frequently you'll be traveling. Sometimes you wish you can bring your laundry home for your parents to do, or pack multiple suitcases and throw them in the back of your trunk, but sorry, it just doesn't work like that. Here are some tips I have learned throughout my college years of traveling to and from college.

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My Shyness Controlled Much Of My Life, But It Didn't Stop Me

And it didn't destroy my life either.

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My Shyness Controlled Much Of My Life, But It Didn't Stop Me

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I clenched my jaw shut, as I choked down the flood of emotions streaming from the windows to my soul. Slowly, I advanced whilst opposing the molasses grasping me with its cold hands. Astonishment bubbled from within, as I was utterly broken and could not believe how poorly I communicated my vision. When I finally burst into my solace, I drew my legs toward my center and gave in to the demons banging to escape.

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Even frequent flyers get anxious.

"Can I take this on my flight?"

"OMG, what if I miss my flight?"

"This airport is huge, how the hell do I know where to go?"

"If I look anxious or nervous, TSA is going to think I'm hiding something!"

"OMG, why is TSA being mean to me? I don't know what to do!"

"I can't put my headphones on because I'll miss the important announcements."

"Is chewing gum on airplanes still a thing?"

"I have to pee really badly but I'm too nervous to pee on this flight."

"Is the plane about to crash or is the turbulence really intense?"

"What if my luggage didn't get on the plane?"

"What if I get on the wrong plane or end up at the wrong airport?"

On the fly article writing in the heart of JFK.

People think their boarding pass doubles as a free pass to act however they please. Guys! We did not stop being contributing members of society just because we walked through the doors of an airport.

1. Old people sort of get a free pass

2. TAKE YOUR LAPTOP OUT OF YOUR BAG!

3. We need to establish a steady pace

4. Coffee Efficiency

5. Boarding the aircraft

6. Stop waking up the people next to you.

7. In-flight entertainment

8. Deplaning

Unless you plan on having an aisle seat, never order coffee for the plane ride. Here are 8 traveling tips I have learned throughout my years of being an out-of-state student!

1. TSA Pre Is Your Best Friend

2. Check Bags Only At Small Airports

3. Always Have A Portable Charger

4. Use Download Features On Netflix and Spotify

5. If You Do Get A Coffee Before Your Flight, Hope You Have An Aisle Seat

6. Belvita And Granola Bars Save You

7. Reusable Water Bottles

8. Pack For The Seasons!

And it didn't destroy my life either.

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