Today, I told my mom about the severe phobia I've developed towards driving. She was very supportive and even made me an appointment to see a psychologist. His office is two hours away. I have to drive to see my doctor about my fear of driving. FML
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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I went driving for the first time with my mom. When she wasn't screaming, she gave great advice like, "Stop at the red light" and "Don't crash into cars". I need to drive 50 hours with her. FML
Today, my mom changed her mind about driving me to a job interview because she wants to attend a meeting at a church she told me she'd never go back to, full of people she hates. I can't drive because she refuses to teach me how. There's no public transportation. FML
Today, I finally convinced my mum to take me to a psychologist. As soon as he sat me down and asked me how I was doing, my mum burst into tears and went on a rant about how her life is terrible and she regrets everything. I was asked to sit in the waiting room. She used up my whole hour. FML
Today, my mother said she trusted me enough to go with me for my first drive in my new car. As soon as we got in the car, she started hyperventilating and screaming we're going to crash. I didn't even start the engine. FML
Today, while driving on the streets for the first time, my mom decided that it would be an appropriate time to yell at me for every single mistake I’ve ever made in my life. This stressed me out so much I began driving against traffic. FML
Today, my mom sternly told me that she would no longer make doctor's appointments for me, since I need to do them myself. I've been staring at the phone for thirty minutes, crying from anxiety. I'm 27 and the most pathetic man alive. FML
Today, I finally sought help for my crippling fear of elevators. When I arrived at my new therapist's office, I found the door to the stairs locked. To get to my appointment on the third floor of the building, I have to take the elevator. FML
Today, I spent hours arguing with my mother, who claimed I shouldn't make a three-hour drive because I wouldn't be able to concentrate for that long. I argued that I was a perfectly capable driver, and left. In the last two minutes of the journey, I hit a van, and messed up the front of my car. FML
Today, on my way to see my therapist, my father told me to lie to her and tell her that I'm happy so he wouldn't have to drive me there anymore. FML
Today, as usual, my mom got shitfaced and started berating me for something. This time, it was for missing a therapy appointment. Not only am I unable to drive, it was her appointment. For her alcoholism. FML
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thatgirlinoregon 21
I bet that drives you crazy!
perdix 31
She's a financial wizard! For the price of one hour with the shrink, she's getting you four hours of desensitization training for free! Next, tell her of your profound phobia of having sex with several beautiful women at once.
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metalwolf 17
Dont worry so much OP, driving isnt that hard (normally). I would stay away from interstates while you are beginning but take your time practicing in parking lots and town streets when traffic is lite. Try to judge the distance and speed of the other cars, if you think they are too close/fast to change lanes or turn, simply wait. Good luck!
un1corns 15
43 - The OP's fear of driving may not be because they believe that driving is difficult or that they're a terrible driver; it might stem from a traumatic experience that they've had in the past, or something entirely different.
mrnuleef 7
Oh the irony. Find a closer doctor thats maybe at least city bus distance? Good luck with that phobia.
MandyMeow_fml 18
I also have a fear of driving. I absolutely hate it. A lot of people make fun of me for it since I am 18 and hate to drive. Don't feel alone I hope you over come your phobia :)
Dahgman 4
I agree...the two hour drive is the therapy. You'll be building confidence on your own. And it's gotta come from you. The therapist will help you tweak it even better. Perhaps the most important thing is that when you do make that two hour drive with yourself behind the wheel, you will have conquered your phobia (even if your knuckles are white with fear) the moment you arrive to his office, as well as when you make the return drive home. The therapist will try to help you continue to conquer that phobia with less anxiety. And, not to sound trite, but your willingness to own up to this phobia and your willingness to see a therapist show that you're already well on your way to making it better. All the best to you...
greenwich1945 13
Maybe you could use the drive as a form of therapy? You could start out getting the train or a taxi there and work up to driving.
jackeechan 10
Bus?
lilrockerkloe 1
Maybe that's her idea of therapy..... Sounds good if u ask me! I think it Would help heaps
mosquito19 14
that makes no sense, how did you get your license?
kaymi 17
My mom had no fear of the road at first then gradually she started freaking out. So it happens. I need to suggest therapy to her.
freshlybreezy 15
Did anyone else think of Sheldon Cooper when they read this? I'm sorry OP. best of luck to you and hopefully you can come to terms with this and get over it quickly! :)
SammyS2012 21
Don't worry OP, I have a fear of driving too. I have to learn though so I can drive myself to university :( I can't rely on people anymore for driving!