Nervous flyers share rituals to calm themselves before and during air travel, such as tapping the plane, saying prayers, and bringing lucky items onboard.
Key Points
Nervous flyers practice various rituals to alleviate anxiety during flights.
The rituals range from tapping the plane to saying prayers and listening to specific songs.
Community support is found among anxious travelers who share their calming rituals.
Pros
Rituals may help nervous flyers feel more at ease during air travel.
Sharing rituals can create a sense of community among anxious passengers.
Cons
Rituals may not have a scientific basis in improving flight safety.