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Hi everyone. Because this thread is so lengthy, let's end it here. You can begin another thread about this topic though if you like. Just click on Start New Discussion after you click on the forum name. Thanks for your cooperation.
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Hi Learngrow. On highways you must maintain a minimum speed or you will be ticketed. Driving too slow can impede the flow of traffic. However, if you plan it out, such as choosing a time that's not congested, staying in the slow lane, and perhaps plan your first trip from one entrance to the next exit only, and then return, your confidence may build up. Take your exposure in baby steps. In view of your past accident, it's natural to be a little apprehensive at times. Have you considered taking a defensive driving course? I personally would recommend it, as they cover all situations you could encounter. The extra knowledge would help boost your confidence and skills.
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Rachel, thank you so much for offerring to listen, I never thought that Id ever find anyone that understdood what I am , and have been going through.And please know that if you ever need someone, that im here.Well Ive been depressed today becuase I really wanted to go driving, but it rained all day, and everyone was to busy to take me. Im really scared that if i wait to long between driving that Ill lose my courage and have to start over.I want to drive more than anything in this world,and I really hope that I can get passed all of this. And get the life that I deserve.And i really hope that you succeed ,I have faith in us, Lol Misty
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Hi, everyone-- This site is amazing. As everyone says, it's so great to know you aren't alone, especially when you've been feeling like a freak. I started having these fears of driving a few years ago after a bad car accident, but then I got over them for a while-- and now, guess what-- they are back. I think it has to do with the fact that I just broke up with my boyfriend who I have been dating for many years... anyone else experienced anything like this? Anyway, now I feel like I am back to square 1 again and it makes me feel upset and helpless. But I am going to start trying again-- my main problem is driving on the highway. I just get so worried I will have a panic attack and crash. I want to drive really slowly, but you can't really do that on the highway. Any suggestions?
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Hello all, I have been seeing a therapist, and I think he is helping me alittle with encouraging me. I think if i have some encourage me everyday then I will feel like I can do it! I try to tell my husband that I need him to do that and I also need for him to push me. There are days when I think I can drive, I mean there are some really stupid drivers out there, and I know that I am going to always be a cautious driver. I have been driving a little here in there around the block, I am just trying to get comfortable. After I get to the store I always feel so happy that I did it! I recently read a book that i encourage all of you to read called Drive Without Fear: The Insecure Driver's Guide to Independence and Anxiety-Free Driving. This book is very helpful and has gotten alot of good reviews. You can get it at amazon. I hope to acomplish my goal of getting my license by next year. I have had this goal for the past 6 yrs. As I get older not being able to drive is getting more difficult. I have 2 children ages 6 and 2. I wanna be a soccor mom somday LOL- Rachel P.S- Misty if you ever need to talk I will listen.
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well I just wanna say thanks for everything, your letters and this program are really helping me so much.I dont have a doctor because I have no insurance, so thats why I cant get any help or therapy, which Im sure I could use.But I do have close friends, who are really supportive, and im so thankful.But honestly I am proud of myself for all my progress, even though other aspects of my life have slowed me down.Because for the first time ever, I feel like i can really do it,and I now Im gonna succeed. Im sure Ill have plenty more bad days ahead, but for today Im just wanting to get out on the road again, maybe Ill become a nascar driver, Lol.I know baby steps. thanks again, Misty :)
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Hi Misty. You were doing fine, until you allowed his nasty comments to affect you and change the course of your progress. Don't give him that power. His negative suggestions are something you have to fight. Have a mental waste basket for those and heap them in there. You are wanting to drive for yourself, not because of anyone else. You can, and you will do it, regardless of unkind and cruel comments that can pile up in that mental trash bin. Driving a big truck is awesome. Don't let anyone cut the victories out from under your feet. Celebrate them, as well you should, and give yourself a reward. We're pulling for you!
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Misty, I was looking back over your posts from 9-16 and yesterdays. Seems the mental abuse your husband is putting you through, the criticism is lowering your self esteem, and he is not supportive, and perhaps truly not wanting you to get better, for fear that if you gain confidence, self esteem, independence back, he can no longer control you. Are you seeing a therapist for your attacks, and marital concerns? I would suggest seeking another family member or close friend, to be with you doing exposure therapy. It is so hard that we don't really have the resources, like a person who has been thru a car accident, that needs rehabilitation to learn how to walk again, or a stroke victim that needs to learn how to talk again. We only have family or friends to count on to be physically present with exposure therapy, ( the more major obstacles). Please dont let this one day get you down, you stated you were making progress. Keep that in mind, you want it, you are working on it, that itself speaks volumes. Trish
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Hye everyone, well I can definately relate to the fears of being left from not driving, since im going through it as I write this.I was making such progress until today, well with the driving anyways.I even got up the nerve to drive a big truck on mud tires and for me thats a big deal.But then my husband tells me that he doesnt think that Im ever going to drive, and I wont ever make anything of myself because of it.And i tried to explain once again that I want to drive, but I have problems that I havent been able to control.That I wished so bad that I wasnt like this,and he just made me feel like a freak.So once again I feel like a failure.But I know Ive been a good wife and mom, and didnt deserve the things hes done, but never the less it still hurts just as much or maybe more.
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As I'm reading the postings on this site...I'm brought to tears... I thought I was actually going out of my mind and to hear over & over people going through the same hells as I have makes me feel much more sane. I am a very outgoing person and the symptoms make me out to be a moody person because there are days when I can't be "ON", if anyone can relate to that.. Driving.. yes.. big one.. I cannot stand being a passenger.. I'm told by friends and family that they don't enjoy me as a passenger either. I think it's the "not being in control" part that make me so anxious. When I'm driving by myself long distances.. especially on the highways, I get alot of anxiety as well.. imagining the worst all the time. It's strange how you can go through life not having these problems and "bang" they just appear out of nowhere.

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