The Driving Confidence Podcast

In this episode, Kev and Tracey mark the beginning of season five by discussing future plans for the upcoming season. We chat about: What we have been doing in the season break Our new Drive Calm Journal  Our focus on ‘mystery’ causes of driving anxiety and how we are bringing in expert guests to offer their perspective Our plans for improved audio and regular season breaks  Don't forget...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey answer a listeners questions about motorway driving. We chat about: Driving at speed. Joining the motorway.  Allowing others to join the motorway. Coming off the motorway. While listening to this episode, ask yourself: Which element of motorway driving makes you feel nervous? Where can you practice driving at speed in your local area? Where and when can you pra...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey share some recent driving experiences on the motorway. We chat about: A driver who sits in the middle lane at a low speed A driver who lane dances into every gap  Our assumptions on their reasons Our advice on choosing which lane to drive in While listening to this episode, ask yourself: Did you relate to either of the drivers we described? How do you feel abou...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey discuss ideas about how to make the most of driving test waiting times. We chat about: Why the waiting times are so long Ways you can make sure you use the time effectively Not leaving preparation until the final few weeks before your test While listening to this episode, ask yourself: Have you created a plan for between now and your test? Do you know what to expect...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey discuss why they think it is important to have an action plan for building your driving confidence. We chat about: What an action plan is Different types of action plans  Our Driving Confidence Coaching Wheel While listening to this episode, ask yourself: What have you done so far to change how you feel about driving? What would be the first manageable step in...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about storytelling and the impact it can have on your driving confidence. We chat about: How storytelling can boost your confidence When storytelling can knock your confidence The different levels of storytelling While listening to this episode, ask yourself: Which do you talk about or think about more, the negatives or the positives? Do you relate to our guest...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about not having control of the vehicle when reversing, one of the top ten reasons people fail their driving test. We chat about the following: Examples of not being in control while reversing Parallel parking problems Bay parking problems While listening to this episode, ask yourself: Do you feel in control of the vehicle when reversing? What could you do to p...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey reflect back over the last twelve months as this week marks one year since starting the podcast. We chat about: Why we started the podcast Some of the achievements over the past twelve months  Our vision for the next year  We share some confidence tips from driving instructors on our recommended instructors list and some advice from our guest episodes. Ter...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about checking your driving understanding and how it can help with your driving confidence. We chat about: How understanding is different to knowing facts Tractors and 20mph road signs - what do they really mean Examples of how understanding can improve your driving confidence Helping your brain to make better predictions  While listening to this episode,...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk to our guest Ella Dove, about her experience of getting back on the road after taking some breaks before and after her accident and the challenges of swapping to an adapted vehicle. We chat about: Ella’s driving experience before her accident Relearning to drive in an adapted vehicle  What challenges Ella faces in her driving currently. While listening to...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey chat about how much effort put into their driving and different ways you can put in some effort. We chat about: Ways of putting effort into your driving Preparation, planning, priorities, reflection  Why we think it’s important While listening to this episode, ask yourself: How much effort do you put into your driving? Is improving your driving confidence a pri...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about not having control of the vehicle when moving off, one of the top ten reasons people fail their driving test. We chat about the following: Examples of not being in control of the vehicle When stalling can lead to test failure Different situations when this can be a problem While listening to this episode, ask yourself: Do you feel in control of the vehicl...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey chat to Emma Cottington about how journaling can help you with your driving goals. We chat about: What journaling is  What the benefits are for journaling  Examples of how it can be applied to driving While listening to this episode, ask yourself: Do you sometimes get lost and tied up in thoughts? Have you tried writing things down to help you problem solv...

In the final episode of our mini series about getting back to driving in 2023, the sixth step we discuss is creating an action plan. When do you want to get back driving again - put a date on it? What might stop you achieving your driving goal? How will you know you've been successful in reaching your driving goal? What will you give yourself for being successful? Write these down, along with any...

In the fifth of our mini series about getting back to driving in 2023, the fifth step we discuss is reviewing the previous steps and starting the preparation needed for your driving goal. Start imagining driving and notice what thoughts, worries and emotions you experience. How will you track your progress? Who will you tell about your driving goal and how might they help you? If there were no bar...

In the fourth of our mini series about getting back to driving in 2023, the fourth step we discuss is identifying what's missing, what is the gap that could be creating your driving anxiety. What is the gap or what's missing to help you achieve your driving goal? Where can you find what's missing to help you succeed? Who else can help you in reaching your driving goal? Write these down, along with...

In the third of our mini series about getting back to driving in 2023, the third step we discuss is which parts of your goal feel easy, challenging or too hard. How challenging is it going to be to get back driving? What has stopped you from doing this sooner? What barriers are you putting in your own way to stop you from taking the first step? What help do you need to take the first step? Write t...

In the second of our mini series about getting back to driving in 2023, the second step we discuss is your driving goals. What is your big, long term driving goal? What is your medium term driving goal? What will you be doing in three or four months that will show you've made progress? What is the first, baby step you could take in the next couple of weeks? Write these down, along with any other t...

In the first of our mini series about getting back to driving in 2023, the first step we discuss is your motivation. Do you really want to get back to driving? How important is it to you? What will getting back to driving give you? Where will you be able to go? Who else will benefit when you get back to driving? Write these down, along with any other thoughts, concerns, ideas and goals, ready for...

In this episode, we round-up 2022 by reflecting on the real life stories from some of our guests. We share clips from: Episode 14 - Penny Ling Episode 27 - Mangala Holland Episode 33 - David Episode 37 - Fiona Fraser Episode 45 - Rosie While listening to this episode, ask yourself: Did you relate to any of our guests? What was your main takeaway message across the year? Was there anything you inte...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey chat about driving stress around the festive season. We chat about: Why driving while stressed can lead to driving anxiety Ways to avoid getting lost in stressful thoughts  Ideas for making your journey less stressful While listening to this episode, ask yourself: Do you find driving at this time of the year stressful? Do you recognise when you are lost in thou...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey chat with Rosie, who had driving confidence coaching with Kev and is now back on the road driving. We chat about: Why Rosie lost her driving confidence How being an active passenger helped her  How she needed to take small steps and just do it and let go of trying to be a perfect driver How her life has changed, and she now feels more freedom While listening to...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about not responding correctly to traffic signs, one of the top ten reasons people fail their driving test. We chat about the following: Examples of traffic signs that people commonly get wrong on their tests: Not returning to the left-hand lane after overtaking Not stopping at a stop junction Entering a no-entry junction (such as a one-way street) Driving in a...

In this episode, Tracey chats with San and Steph about mindfulness, meditation and driving. We chat about: What mindfulness is How Steph and San integrate it into driving lessons How you don't need to be a hippy! How nerves and anxiety are a normal reaction of your survival system San & Steph's own driving experiences While listening to this episode, ask yourself: How do you feel about the ide...

In this episode, Kev and Tracey talk about poor road positioning during normal driving, one of the top ten reasons people fail their driving test. While this information is important in relation to passing your driving test, it is also important to recognise that each of these reasons is also connected to accident statistics and becoming a safe driver on the road for as long as you hold a driving...