Empathy Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 How do I get over this petrifying fear of driving.? I'm 19 years old and I still don't know how to drive! I know from the little experience that I've had with driving that I'm not a good driver. I have adhd too so that doesn't help. And I have difficulty remembering the rules when I'm behind the wheel b/c I get so nervous. I'm always saying, "Can I go? When can I go? Should I turn now?" lol. But when I'm in the passenger seat I know exactly what I'm supposed to do (most of the time lol). I'm just so paranoid. I don't want to get into a car wreck that either kills me or mames me for the rest of my life. This fear is holding me back from a lot of things. I can't get a job b/c I don't have a way to get there. I have to take night classes so that I can make sure I have a ride to class. I can't move out of my parents house, and trust me I need out! Help! Link to comment
OmegaMan Posted September 16, 2004 Share Posted September 16, 2004 You're not the only one in this situation. Trust me, there's plenty of people insecure behind the wheel. The only way to dispel fear is to face it. It's unbelivingly hard but it's the only thing that works for sure. Good luck. E. Link to comment
confuzedboy89 Posted September 17, 2004 Share Posted September 17, 2004 yea your not gonna conquer the fear if you don't face it Link to comment
Scout Posted September 17, 2004 Share Posted September 17, 2004 I was in the same boat for years. Now I have to be careful of speeding tickets! The only way to conquer the fear is definitely to face it, and I commend the posters who said that right off the bat. Do you have a calm, pleasant friend with a relaxing demeanor? If so, get them to teach you. Start out practicing in a big empty parking lot at first. I remember my friend Melinda taught me...and then she made me get on the busiest street in town! I was petrified, but she wasn't - and that went a long way in alleviating my own nervousness. I can't describe to you how you proud you will be of yourself after your first time actually driving on the road! Link to comment
splendidlylost Posted September 17, 2004 Share Posted September 17, 2004 I've been driving in a large city for years now and I'm still a little cautious about driving. Scout's advice is SPOT-ON. Getting someone that makes you feel really comfortable and relaxed will really help you out. And after you get the hang of it, remember that a little fear is normal. I'm still cautious of what's going on around me on the freeway, and that's just common sense. No one will complain about a safe driver. Link to comment
i_hate_the_world47 Posted September 17, 2004 Share Posted September 17, 2004 Dont worry.Its natural that your nervous behind the wheel.My cousin didnt drive until she was 21,so you still have some time.Good luck with it. ~Meagan~ Link to comment
DragonSlayerX Posted September 17, 2004 Share Posted September 17, 2004 iam 15 turning 16 in april i gotta take my drivers test then and iam way to nervous lmao anyway it should be pretty ez my cusin gave me sum tips anyway ^^ Link to comment
Prezkot Posted September 17, 2004 Share Posted September 17, 2004 YAY! Something I've actually conquered that I can talk with experience... I was almost in an accident when I was learning to drive when I was 16, because my mom was really not the best person to teach me. I was petrified since then, and I didn't get my license until last year. Now I'm so comfortable behind the wheel, like Scout, I have to make sure I don't speed. I still give myself the occasional pat on the back when I get thru a hairy situation with ease. As was said before, get someone comfortable (NOT YOUR MOTHER), go out to the parking lots, and practice practice practice. Especially good is to find a quiet block to practice left & right turns on. If you have the $$, get a driving instructor, he helped me immensely... But the #1 rule is to CONQUER THE FEAR... I should know Link to comment
Del Posted September 18, 2004 Share Posted September 18, 2004 I was the same, absolutely terrified by motor vehicles. I used to say to myself that I would never drive. Now, I am 39 years old and I drive a car like it is second nature. Trust me, if I can do it anybody can. Darrell Link to comment
sweetpea4670 Posted September 18, 2004 Share Posted September 18, 2004 I got my license just a few months ago, and having a driving instructor helps tremendously, trust me. Mostly because you don't feel nearly as nervous (they have a brake on the passenger side), and they're so calm. Driving classes for me, were of course, required to get my license since I'm under 18, but the in-car pratice with my instructor really helped. I was afraid to go driving with my parents because they'd yell at me and get really nervous which made me nervous. Thank god for the driving instructor. He made me go on the freeway my third time driving and I was so scared but I did just fine and if I ever screwed up, my instructor was there to fix it or slam on the brakes for me (-: Getting your license is the best feeling in the world, trust me, it's worth it to get over your fear. Link to comment
zac Posted September 19, 2004 Share Posted September 19, 2004 I know what' kind of situation that is, because when I first drive I felt nervous too. But did your ever play the driving game, which may reduce your nervous when driving. I have been overcome that fears because of the wonderful game. Try it, you will feel better. Good luck. Link to comment
AmikeA Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 i am 21 and had the same problem. What I did was take a driving course. It only cost me $350 and I learned so much from it. I have so much more confidence now and am just waiting for my in car lessons to begin so I can show teach what i learned Link to comment
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