You enter a large machine, leave the ground, and trust trained professionals and carefully engineered systems to carry you safely to another place.
Even when someone understands how modern aviation works, the experience can still feel overwhelming.
A small, familiar action may help create a sense of routine before departure.
Psychologists often discuss how rituals can provide comfort or a sense of control in uncertain situations. Repeating a familiar action may help some people feel calmer, especially when they are nervous or facing an unfamiliar experience.
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