fear of driving on highways
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I kinda hate driving on highways!!! Honestly, got a new job that requires driving on them daily... like WTH?!! Anyway so I'm super anxious when it comes to merging or changing lanes at crazy high speeds!!!! Yesterday was the worst of all days... trying to merge onto this ridiculously busy highway and BAM, panic attack hits me. I'm just like oh great.. not today 🙈 Finally reached but missed an important meeting dude!!!! So yeah great start lol 😂 I need help, tips, anything!!!! Just driving me nuts (pun intended) you know! At least i can laugh at myself lol! I'm thinking about those cliché "fake it till ya make it" quotes, does that even work?? Really wanna get over this fear cuz I love my job 🙄
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Chill out, dude... chill out!:)
Take a deep breath!
That's easier said than done, you know? 😂 Trying to chill but it's tough!
hey i totally get the struggle with highway driving it's not easy at first... but practice might help. maybe take small steps?
Yeah, for sure! I think taking small steps could really help. Maybe sticking to less busy times until I feel more confident will make a difference? Thanks for the encouragement! 😊
man, i feel you on that highway stress!
Right?? It's like highway chaos is a whole mood! Honestly, I just wish everyone used teleportation at this point lol. At least we both get it... solidarity in highway madness 😂
Man, highways can be a total nightmare. Especially when you're new to it and every car feels like it's zooming at 1000 mph. But missing meetings ain't ideal either 😒 So, ever thought about practicing in off-peak times? It won't magically make you love highways, but maybe it'll help with that panic attack situation. Also, what's the deal with your company not offering any remote options for folks who can't stand this daily madness?
Haha, seriously 1000 mph feels right! Thanks for the idea: practicing during off-peak times sounds like it could help. And about remote options? Oh boy, I wish! Maybe some day. 🤞
I totally get the anxiety on highways; it's like being thrown into a chaotic dance with no way of opting out.
Exactly! It's like a never-ending dance battle where I didn't even learn the moves. Totally not my vibe!
Oh man, I totally feel you on the highway jitters!
anxiety on highways is no joke. but do you ever wonder about the root of that fear? like, what is it specifically about merging that triggers a panic attack for you? might be worth exploring so you can tackle it better. those "fake it till ya make it" quotes are nice and all, but they don't always get to the heart of things!!!
Ugh, it's like every single time I'm about to merge, my heart races like crazy! There was this one time when I ended up taking the wrong exit just because I panicked. I found myself in some random neighborhood wondering how on earth I got there. 😅 Maybe figuring out why merging freaks me out might help... good point there!
Can someone else drive you?
Thanks for the suggestion, but my job requires me to drive. It's part of the deal, unfortunately. Gotta face the fear head-on! 😊
Highway driving can truly feel like navigating a high-stakes video game sometimes; I suppose trying out some meditation or deep breathing techniques could help offset the anxiety a bit.
Have you considered taking some driving lessons specifically on highways? It could really boost your confidence. How about practicing during lower traffic times? It might help ease the stress and get you more comfortable with the flow.
i SO get u!!! merging sux big time had a bad exp wth dat too!! took me weeks feel better u knw...