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does anyone else feel like this?

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I dont drive on the freeway, and I wont drive very far by myself. I feel like im going to have a heart attack because I am alone in my car. I need to figure out a way to get over this, but I cant think of anything. HELP!!!!
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There are several aproaches that you could take. Start by having a friend with you in the car. Go somewhere specific. In fact, go several times. After a couple of times, have your friend sit in the back seat. Repeat that until you feel better about it. Then, have your friend drive their car behind you. That way, if you have to pull over, there will be a supportive person right there for you. Eventually, you may feel that you are ready to go it alone. But that has to be your decision and you have to feel ready for it. It will feel uncomfortable, but doing anything scary is uncomfortable.

The freeway is another issue. Don't feel too badly about not being able to drive on the freeway. I come from a small town, and there are many people who are scared of the freeway. That includes my husband. So, when we go to the Cities, I get to drive since I learned how to drive in a Metro area.

Hope this helps.
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i never thought about doing that way. that just might help!!!! THANK U THANK U THANK U!!!!
DogCrazy
DogCrazy
I started working a couple of yrs ago and have to drive quite a bit, i was very panicky at first but gradually but gradually i got used to it, it doesn,t bother me to much any more, a bit like exposure therapy.
I agree with meow, its a great aproach.
Good Luck To You!
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Here is what helps me with the same problem:
I listen to classical music while driving.(Actually the radio in my car is permanently tuned to that station.)I dont know why but it does help me- Normally i dont listen to classical music
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I was afraid to drive on the freeway for a while. I had little choice, however, because I have a 50 mile one-way commute to work. I found singing along to my IPOD to be a great distraction. To get over the fear you have to face it. If you keep running from your fear you will never get over it. Start gradually. Drive short distances with someone with you then gradually increase your distance. Then start driving by yourself. As you gain confidence the fear and anxiety will go away.
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