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Old Jan 08, 2013, 02:02 PM
foxtastic foxtastic is offline
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I'm younger but I completely feel you. 20 and I have driven all of about ten times, each time I was scared out of my wits and when something would make me panic, I would freeze up (NOT what you want to do while driving). Lately I have been taking small steps at a time, driving my boyfriend to work because it is a straight back road to get there, or practicing in empty parking lots. I think the best thing you can do is take baby steps like I am. First things first, look over your states driving manual again- I know it sounds stupid but the more you know about driving and the laws abiding to it the safer you will feel on the road. Practice driving again by going only short distances or where there's not too much traffic, you're certainly not going to want to be on a traffic-jammed highway if your still nervous, it takes time to conquer a fear and if you can't handle it yet then don't. Lastly, keep in mind that if your driving skills are up to speed, then you have the same risk as ANYBODY else on the road, maybe even less of a risk since I'm sure you're going to be more cautious then the average driver. What happened to you can happen to anybody, and yes, it is terrifying. You just have to drive defensively and be alert and again, take one step at time. And don't get frustrated if it takes a while, because EVERYTHING takes time to heal, and you have been through quite an ordeal. I'm absolutely sure that with time you will continue to make progress, maybe only a little, but still progress, and before you know it you'll be where you want to be. I'm not a doctor by any means, just offering what I think would be best. I hope you conquer your fears and good luck!