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Welcome to From Fear to There, where real travellers share the moments they almost said no, and what happened when they said yes.
Today, we’re looking at Jennifer Aniston’s journey from fear to freedom in the skies.
Hi, I’m Mark from Go Travel Mindfully, where my aim is to help you travel fearlessly, emotionally embracing each and every moment in this beautiful world that we live in, as you travel endlessly throughout the world.
It is possible.
Have you ever dreamed of travelling more? Maybe even embracing a lifestyle of slow, mindful adventure—but found yourself held back by fear, anxiety, or a sense of unease?
If so, you’re not alone.
As someone who helps people navigate these inner blocks—whether it’s the fear of flying, of getting lost, of being out of control—I want to share real stories of people who faced those same fears and found a way forward.
Because the truth is: your fears are valid, but they don’t have to define you.
They can be a part of the story, not the end of it.
And today, I want to share the story of someone you’d never expect to be afraid of flying: Jennifer Aniston.
Jennifer Aniston – A Hidden Fear
Jennifer Aniston. Hollywood royalty.
She’s been everywhere, seen everything… or so it seems.
But what you might not know is that she spent much of her adult life struggling with a debilitating fear of flying.
Yes, despite her red carpet appearances around the world, major movie roles, and jet-setting lifestyle, Jennifer had what she called an extreme fear of flying.
It was the kind of fear that doesn’t just make you uncomfortable.
It sits in your gut.
It tenses your shoulders before the plane even leaves the ground.
And for Jennifer, it manifested in rituals that became part of every flight:
- Stepping onto the plane with her right foot.
- Tapping the outside of the aircraft with her right hand.
These superstitions weren’t about luck.
They were about control—about calming the part of her that was bracing for the worst.
The Turning Point
But like many of us, a moment came when her usual coping mechanisms just weren’t enough.
In 2019, while flying to Mexico for her birthday with friends, the private jet she was on had to make an emergency landing.
A wheel had fallen off during take-off. Yes, fallen off.
The experience sent her anxiety into overdrive.
It was then that Jennifer knew she had to make a shift.
Healing Through Hypnosis and Mindfulness
That’s when she turned to hypnosis—a surprising and empowering decision.
With professional help, she began to gently, but consistently, face her fear at its root.
Hypnosis helped her ease the anxious patterns.
She stopped needing to tap the plane or step on with her lucky foot.
But more importantly, she started reclaiming her agency.
Jennifer also began incorporating mindfulness tools:
- She now meditates during flights.
- She stretches.
- She walks the aisles.
Instead of bracing against fear, she brings presence into the moment.
A Renewed Joy for Travel
And she’s discovered the real joy of travel.
With her fear now manageable, Jennifer has her eyes set on places she once avoided—Japan, the Maldives… destinations that once seemed too far, too risky, too overwhelming.
Her story is a powerful reminder that fear doesn’t mean failure.
It simply means there’s something asking for your care, your attention, and maybe a little help.
Why Her Story Matters to You
Jennifer’s story might seem far from your own.
After all, she’s got access to private jets and world-class therapists.
But the truth is, her journey is a human one.
Just like you, she wanted to live more freely.
But something inside her said no.
And just like you—possibly—she had to find her way through that inner resistance.
You don’t need to eliminate fear to begin travelling mindfully.
You just need to make space for it.
And walk forward anyway.
So whether your fear is flying, uncertainty, finances, or simply leaving the comfort zone behind, know this:
You’re not broken.
You’re not too late.
And you’re not alone.
A Final Word From Me
Hi, Mark here from Go Travel Mindfully.
Thank you so much for watching this video.
I hope you found it entertaining and that you got some information out of it that can help you discover and enjoy the life that you truly deserve.
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