Originally Posted by Globaliser
That's a very good point. In fact, I'd reckon that the number one essential is actually that you should feel psychologically comfortable with being on the aircraft, in the space that you have allocated to you.
Don't spend much time in Coach, do you Globaliser?

Yes, I understand your point that state of mind has a lot to do with it- but it's hard to feel serene when you can't stretch your legs out, the seat "cushion" is about as thick as a bedsheet and the air is bone-dry. Under those circumstances, the right chemicals are very helpful.