Calm, Capable, Confident
With over 30 years in the high-pressure world of Formula One motor racing, I know what it takes to stay calm and in control, even when the stakes are high.
Since then I’ve mentored people in demanding, fast-paced environments, driven hundreds of nervous couples to their weddings, and worked as a driver on everything from TV sets to music videos, always helping people feel safe and comfortable on the road.
As a trained Life Coach, NLP practitioner, and ex-driving instructor, I now specialise in helping anxious drivers build calm confidence behind the wheel, so you can enjoy your freedom and feel proud of every journey.
Together, we’ll get you back in the driver’s seat – feeling calm, capable and confident .
From as little as £95 I can help you regain your confidence behind the wheel
There’s no catch-all answer to the question of why some people develop, or have an in-built fear of driving.
For most, a combination of apprehensions and anxieties will be at play. Some of the most common triggers include:
- Performance anxiety
- Fear of travel
- Bad experience
- Fear of authority
- Claustrophobia
- Fear of accidents
However, for others, just the idea of driving can evoke dread, stress, and even panic.
Whether you’re prone to catastrophising or your fear comes from just the thought of being
behind the wheel, the feelings associated with driving are real and can significantly impact
the daily lives of people suffering from driving anxiety.
If you find yourself anxious at the thought of driving, you are not alone. Driving anxiety
affects nearly half of British drivers, from new drivers to experienced drivers who have lost
confidence due to past experiences. In this blog, we will explore common causes of driving
anxiety and share tips to help you manage and eventually overcome these fears.
Before you leave:
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If you’re heading somewhere unfamiliar, plan your route, and make sure you have the correct address saved in your satnav.
Try to avoid driving at busy times. Rush hour traffic is stressful to drive through, and may delay you. -
Choose a route that places fewer demands on you, and wherever possible, take roads you’re familiar with.
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Check the weather. If it looks like you’ll be driving in conditions which might make you feel uncomfortable, think about postponing, rescheduling or delaying your trip.
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When you first get in the car, turn off your phone and put it in the glove box to reduce distractions.
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