My job requires that I travel a great deal.  In fact, I am on a plane twice a week!  This is a huge accomplishment for me because I have been terrified of flying since I was about 17 years old.  I had one bad experience on a plane and I have pretty much had sweaty palms and a racing heart every time I have flown ever since…until now.  I am a firm believer that in order to conquer a fear, you have to face it head on.  I took flying lessons about a decade ago in an attempt to look my fear right in the eyes.  It helped a little, but nothing has helped me like my current situation.  I used to panic and lose sleep the night before a flight—now, I sleep like a baby.  I used to grab the leg of the person next to me at the slightest hint of turbulence—now, I fly through storm clouds with my hands in my own lap (regularly)!  I am not saying that I don’t get scared…because I DO (sometimes)!  But, my fear is nothing like it used to be.  It used to dictate my travel and vacation plans.  I have missed weddings, birthdays, holidays, and trips with friends because I just didn’t want to fly.  NEVER AGAIN!  I can–and will–travel the globe with a sense of calm.  I can sit down on a plane and consider the time “me time”—time away from cell phones and emails and time with a good book and no interruptions.  I am learning to enjoy myself and live my life without letting my fears dictate my actions.  It’s quite liberating!  I’d love to know if any of you have had a similar experience!  Share with me!  Your experience doesn’t have to be about flying—just tell me about a time you conquered one of your fears!  Maybe we can all inspire each other to take a step in the right direction!

Much Love!