The car cannot be called safe transport, so it is not surprising that many novice drivers are afraid of driving. As a rule, women are more susceptible to fear of a car, because they have a better developed sense of self-preservation and responsibility for passengers. There are many reasons for the panic state: you can be afraid of knocking down someone, or getting into an accident, or meeting with an inspector. Whatever the origins of this phobia, like any other, it can be defeated.
Instructions
Step 1
Fears can and should be dealt with, otherwise they accumulate and intensify, which leads to a state of stress. A person who has not coped with phobias is constantly in a tense state, becomes nervous and aggressive. Make it your goal to overcome this fear. The best way to get rid of fear is to face it, so driving practice is the only thing that can really help.
Step 2
At first, ride only with an experienced driver behind the next seat. It can be a brother, father, spouse, or friend. But it should be an assistant, not a nervous criticizing instructor. Its purpose is to support you morally and give advice, praise and approval, if necessary, and not teach you how to drive and not prescribe your every action. You must learn to independently control the road and make decisions, otherwise the reflex will quickly develop to respond to the instructor's orders, and not to signs and driving situations. You should not get used to such an escort: as soon as you feel that while riding with a partner, fear recedes, move on to the next step.
Step 3
Start driving alone. Get behind the wheel whenever you need to do something small, even buy bread. At first, you should not take long trips to the country or to work across the city; it is better to travel less, but more often. Take familiar, familiar routes, gradually change them a little.
Step 4
Use the visualization technique every time before you go. Get behind the wheel and imagine that you are racing fast along the highway, skillfully overtaking other cars. Think about what situations on the road you fear the most. Perform them in your mind, imagining that you are acting clearly and correctly. This exercise can be done several times throughout the day. If you imagine yourself as a master of driving, you will soon become one.
Step 5
It is believed that the first car for a beginner should be worn and old, because such is not a pity. But everyone forgets that a car must be loved so that you can feel comfortable and relaxed in it. Therefore, it is advisable to have a new, beautiful car. But if this is not available, arrange the interior space with love. This is your personal territory, and you need to take care of it like an apartment. Keep it clean and comfortable. Check your first aid kit to make sure it has everything you need. Keep extra glasses in the glove compartment if you have low vision.
Step 6
According to psychologists, the fear of driving is due to low self-esteem. To improve it, set small goals and achieve them. For example, drive alone along a familiar route that you have repeatedly traveled with an assistant. Small victories allow you to believe in yourself, and you will feel more confident behind the wheel.
