HOW HARD CAN IT BE… TO BE A GOOD FLYER

They say life’s all about the journey, so here’s how to make it that bit easier… No lagging behind: While there’s no cure for jet leg, help it by nudging your body’s circadian rhythm: for example, eating closer to your destination’s hours. Or, for eastwards travel, the week before, begin going to bed and getting up earlier (using a light therapy lamp), adjusting the times gradually: the opposite applies if travelling west. Fear-free flying: As with many phobias, gradual exposure may help – VR flying experiences can be effective, or ease yourself in with YouTube videos. Take distractions such as puzzles for the flight, avoid stimulants and, if you get panicky, focus on breathing. Go gadget go: From compression socks to feet hammocks to collapsible water bottles, lots of gadgets exist that make…

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The Simple Things (Digital) - 1 Issue, August 2024

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