Figure out if your fear of driving is generalized or specific to one aspect of driving. If it is the latter, practice mastering the feared skill. For example, you may be terrified to parallel park. You may wish to find an empty street where you can practice maneuvering between safety cones, and when you have mastered that, perhaps you can try parking between two friends’ cars.

Push your comfort zone a little at a time. For example, you may want to start by sitting in a parked car, getting used to all the controls, before you ever put the key in the ignition. Once you are comfortable doing that, you may want to start the car, shift the car into drive, and then back into park. Slowly build on your comfort level. Call for an instructor today@banjbeldrivingschool (BDS) today.

Take small steps. If you are too nervous to drive across town, make a shorter trip -- even if it is just around the block. Do not get yourself so worked up that driving becomes a bigger deal than it is. Unless you are overwhelmed with anxiety and terrified to get into a car, make yourself drive. Remember, even taking a small step still counts as practice.

Driving can be scary, whether you are a first-time driver or experienced behind the wheel. You may feel nervous, anxious, or lacking confidence. You may also be nervous about driving again following a car accident. However, you can take steps to lessen your anxiety through practice, educating yourself, and relaxation techniques. Register today @banjbeldrivingschool.