Flying Isn’t What It Used to Be—And Neither Are We
Traveling these days isn’t exactly the glamorous getaway it once was. Between wrestling with overhead bins, deciphering airport kiosks, and needing a full recovery day just from packing, the idea of hopping on a plane already comes with a fair amount of stress. And that’s before you’ve even buckled your seatbelt or eyed the person next to you who’s clearly brought tuna.
But lately, there’s been a more serious layer to that unease. With recent news of plane crashes and safety concerns, it’s understandable if the thought of flying makes your stomach do more flips than a budget airline during turbulence. For many of us, it's not just about misplaced luggage or long TSA lines—it’s about real fear, and how we manage that fear while still holding on to the desire to see the world (or at least visit the grandkids).
This article dives into that mix of emotion—acknowledging the physical and emotional toll travel can take, especially as we get older, while offering reassurance, perspective, and maybe even a little peace at 30,000 feet.