[katelyn1019]

Tomorrow is the first day I will be driving myself to school. I do not have a problem driving normally, maybe a little anxiety going on highways and near construction sites, but otherwise ok. I am not sure why I am having such anxiety over driving myself tomorrow. Maybe because it will be my first time actually driving a somewhat long distance by myself. But I told my parents that I am having bad anxiety over it and they are still making me driver myself. I don't know what the point I'm trying to make here is, I'm just ranting I guess.

[CANDC]

Katelyn, best thing I know to reduce anxiety is to increase the distance between the person in front of me and watch for school zones where the speed is reduced (usually flashing light)
Have a good breakfast with protein so your mind is focused and alert.
Get a good night's sleep!
Oh I hope it is a lot easier than the worrying mind makes it out to be.
CANDC

[angelene]

One of the reasons this is working on your nerves is it's your "first time" taking this particular ride.
Relax, you've got this!

[touchingthestars]

Hey

I know this is really annoying to hear but driving tomorrow will help you get over your anxiety faster. Its good for you long term.

I find it helps lower my anxiety if I smile as I drive, and even better- sing to myself on the top of my lungs. Works if you're alone in the car

Good luck!!

[katelyn1019]

UPDATE: I drove to school perfectly fine this morning Thank you everybody for the encouragement

[ManOfConstantSorrow]

Originally Posted by katelyn1019

UPDATE: I drove to school perfectly fine this morning Thank you everybody for the encouragement

Congratulations - practice and practice some more. I used to drive round the metropolis early on Sunday mornings to get the hang of all the junctions and so on.

Oh and if you can explain the 'All-way stop' I would be most grateful - what is it all about?