CBT for driving anxiety | Fear of driving tips

CBT for driving anxiety is one of the primary treatments for how to overcome fear of driving. This video will get you from wanting to overcome your fear of driving a car to actually having a plan of action.

The basic premise of CBT for driving anxiety is to drive as often as possible. So much until the fear response is no longer triggered.

Lots of people with a driving anxiety will still drive, but only within their zone of comfort. This videos covers how to deal with anxiety while driving and how to start improving your confidence.

Here are the 8 tips covered in this video.
1. Self-awareness
2. Be clear about your ultimate goal
3. Make a list of progressively difficult places to visit
4. Don't avoid your negative thoughts, write them down instead
5. Plan for potential difficulties
6. Reply to your negative thought with "so what?"
7. Practice relaxation and conscious breathing
8. Have a positive phrase or affirmation planned out

Good luck with reducing your driving anxiety. Remember to picture your goal, plan for it and then act on it. Take it one step at a time, and you can do it!
❤ Clare

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Disclaimer: This information should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health condition or disease and is not intended as a substitute for consulting with your physician or healthcare provider.

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