What helped me on my test was pretending the Examiner was just a guy who needed a lift who wanted to go a specific route. It sounds weird but it made me calmer for some reason. I listened and did all my box ticking for the test but he was actually good to talk to. Test was over quick and only 4 minors.
@@sportsandtravelling7619 What were my 4 minors? - Control when moving off (because i stalled) - Approach Speed at Junctions (I got to the end of the junction a little too fast) - Observation at Junctions (Same junction, i were a little too fast so i didn't observe in time. Although i did observe and were safe otherwise it would have been a serious) - Positioning (Single road split back into two lanes but i noticed a little late, almost drove over the white line in the middle of them) Basically the minors i got were what even experienced drivers do on a daily basis.
This is exactly the video I need! I failed my test last week, 2 serious faults - I went into the wrong lane and I almost pulled out in front of someone... Two mistakes I have NEVER done before 😭The nerves got to me, but hopefully next time I'll be able to remain calm. I know I can do this!!!
I failed my first attempt by also ending in the opposite lane. My teacher was quite perplexed cause we've driven that particular road many times. We even drove there an hour before. It was a case of my mind doing a hiccup. My teacher was cool about it. On our way from the test he let me drive, and we took the same route again, so as to get the bad experience out of the system and replace it with a good one. Now it's just a fun story I can tell. Don't beat yourself over the head with it. Carry on and laugh at it later.
This happened to me to weeks ago, failed for the exactly same reasons, but I did it today, different area, a lot calm, i talked myself through the entire test while driving and I passed! it was super calm, no minors
Had my driving test today and passed first time with 2 minors. I’m honestly riddled with severe anxiety. Had around 3/4 hours of sleep last night, throw up twice and couldn’t even eat anything properly. I had less than half a banana and 2 paracetamol (recommend this btw! But actually have the whole banana 💀) I was certain I wouldn’t pass, but I did. Trust me, if I can do it, you can too! I know you might feel like you can’t or you’re not ready but if your instructor has said you are, then you are. I promise, it’s not as hard or as daunting as you think. If you have your test coming up, I promise you’ll be okay! Pass or fail, you can always redo it. It’s not a ‘be all and end all’ situation. You’ve got this. Believe in yourself, it makes a difference. Best of luck!! ❤️
I am a 66 year old woman who moved to the UK 1 year ago from the USA. For those you feeling anxious, let me assure you that I have been driving for 50 years and even I am nervous about my test in 3 weeks because driving here is completely different than what I am used in the states, and due to all the roundabouts, spiral roundabouts, road markings instead of signs, etc. I feel like it is way more difficult to drive here. That being said, I just tell myself to treat the test as an opportunity to learn what I still need to practice and that if I pass, great, if not, try again. The one thing I miss the most about living here is my independence and not being able to just get in the car by myself. It is really important to me and I know I will achieve that eventually. Watching these videos is so helpful to me and I appreciate them and thank you for the great instructions and insight you provide. Wishing everyone the best in your driving tests!
Your advice to not go into the test TRYING NOT TO FAIL was so very helpful. This was the very issue I had. I didn’t want to make ANY mistakes, not even one. This caused me to be so anxious and overthink every maneuver I make. So, on the day of my exam I exactly did what you said. It helped my calm my nerves. And guess what? I passed without any mistakes! Thank you for your help!
Yeah... You will ALWAYS make at least one mistake on a test. I think it's a very rare thing for someone to pass with zero minors. So the best thing is to simply accept that you're Human, like the rest of us, and accept that you will make mistakes. BUT... The trick is to make sure that they're not serious ones. And that, if you know you've just made a mistake, don't let it effect you! Because what you might consider serious, the examiner... So long as they feel safe, might just put it down as a minor!
It’s so refreshing hearing a driving instructor saying they didn’t pass first time!! I have my driving test in the summer and I heard my family this week talk about their attempts to pass their tests and it put me at ease ☺️ definitely going to put less pressure on myself for my first test!
@@Henry-fu2hc I agree with you. Failure is not the end, you just have to keep trying. Am proud to say I passed my 4th time and the truth is I still don't have the confidence to drive by myself so I don't.
I watched this video yesterday before my driving test and you helped ease my nerves, so THANK YOU! So happy to say I passed today with 4 minors. Good luck everyone! Edit: ALSO just to add, I have ADHD and I can be a very anxious person - not noticeable in my driving - but very apparent in the leadup to an examination of sorts. So, YOU CAN DO IT!
Apparently the ADHD must've been noticeable in my driving - my examiner made me pull maneuvers that were honestly ridiculous to the point where I felt I was being bullied. I was being limit tested as a new driver. Passed 1st time with 1 minor fault.
I watched this video this morning today just before my driving test and all of the advice helped me to stay calm and not panic during my exam, Today I just passed my driving test and I owe a part of it to conquer driving youtube channel it has helped me learn things that my driving instructor didn't teach. So grateful this channel is free too!
Hi! I've been watching a lot of your videos on the run up to my test and they've all been really helpful, especially this one as I felt really nervous about taking my test! I took my test this morning and passed first time with zero faults, and I'm sure your videos were a major reason that I passed so I just wanted to say a big thank you! After my initial nerves, my driving this morning actually felt really natural and in a strange way I sort of enjoyed it! To those taking their test soon, remember that you don't have to be perfect, as long as you are safe and legal then you are more than likely to pass. My best piece of advice is to trust your instincts, take it steady and if you're not sure about something slow down or even stop. In another of this channel's videos, he said to remind yourself that you are a chauffeur, not a taxi - try to be as smooth as possible even if it means you're not the fastest. So if you can, try and get a bit of driving in before the test, take a few deep breaths before you begin and just focus on being safe, even if it means you have to wait an extra five minutes at a busy junction! Good luck to those taking their tests in the future, you can do it!😊
Passed my test yesterday after the 5th attempt! I only ever failed due to silly mistakes I’d never made until the actual test😭 2 days ago was the first time watching your videos and they really prepared me and calmed down. Thank you!
Passed my test today, 4th attemp(17 Jan), and I've watched your video night before, very helpful!!! Don't tell anyone you going for it !!! You are right! I'm confident but the 1st time I have failed due to bad observation at the end of the test in the test centre. 2&3 time I was very nervous as I've told my family ,fiancee about it, 4th time I went quitly and focused on the now and I was less nervous !!! For all of you trying Don't give up and don't be diissarthened ,failure is part of success!!!!! Thanks again for sharing those great tips !!!!
Officially passed last night on first try! I even had the notoriously pissed off examiner too. But passed regardless. Richard is absolutely right that you’d do more mistakes if you’re stressed than not. Thank you Richard for all the videos of advice and driving. Goat 🐐
This video explains exactly how I feel and is just what I needed. I am absolutely fine driving independently but in lessons/tests I make mistakes because of the fear of being watched. Not many understand how I feel but this but I perfectly. This is a huge help and I feel positive for my next test
I watched this video yesterday and today I got passed my driving test. As he said, I followed his words. Forget about the past or future. Be at the present. This is it. You can do it. I was chanting this in my mind. 😂 Thank you so much mate. 👍
Failed my first test 2 weeks ago with 2 serious and 15 minor faults. Made 1silly mistake at the start of the test because of the nerves and it snowballed from there. Thank you for this video and I hope I pass my test on April 6, 2022. Edit: I passed my test today at April 6,2022 with 5 minors!
Richard, your channel has been SO helpful. I just an hour ago passed my test first time, with 1 minor, and I couldn't be more chuffed. This morning I was sick with anxiety - I couldn't eat, couldn't focus, felt like I was going to vomit, but watching this video plus others on your channel really settled my nerves. I was in the position of it being important for me to pass as my partner is heavily pregnant, and the pandemic plus test scarcesness has meant severe delays in me getting a chance to take my test, so I was worried it might be another 6 month delay if I failed. I was also taking the test in my own car, which meant I didn't have an instructor to help calm me before the test, but you filled that role perfectly virtually!
The bit where you said we often have a mentality of “I want to pass first time” but then realising “no one cares if you past first time” is so true and made me actually really feel chill about that and not worrying if I maybe need another shot at my test if I failed. It’s no one’s business.
ive had similar experience as you did but my heart rate goes up as well when i get anxious but i learned that if you breathe in fully and exhale for like 8 seconds your heart rate normalizes and i used that few times during the test and it helped me pass significantly
@@joannethilwind3334 yea usualy when was at traffic lights i did this technique few times and just focus myself on what am i doing right now and it did the job for me. good luck tho
Today is my driving test I will definitely take on board all this advice and fingers crossed! Edit: I PASSED with 5 minors I was very nervous but it wasn’t to bad and your videos have helped me so much so thankyou!
I have my FOURTH test in a weeks time.. was feeling a bit hopeless at this point but your video really helped, especially how you said you got fed up with feeling anxious! Update: Passed 5th try!!!!!!
I am not sure you will ever read this, but thank you❤️ I was trying to pass the test for 2 years, I took 7 attempts, the 8th was the one! I took your advice on not trying to please the examinator, and it called me down significantly! Thank you, I cried like a baby when I finally got the licence😆
I passed my driving test today, 1st attempted! Would like to say massive thank you to you, I have been watching your videos religiously and it’s really helped me out a lot! My instructor was amazing, and the combo with your really well explained videos did the magic for it today! I was stressed, of course, but managed my parallel park (without the first minutes of the test) and that boosted my confidence. Everything went really good. I am so happy! Thank youuuuu for all your amazing videos 🥰 xx
I just passed my test a few hours ago after my 5th attempt. I was super nervous and my heart was absolutely racing but this video really helped. Especially the part about making a mistake in the practice run so you don’t do so in the test. I passed with no minors. This video was so reassuring
This channel is amazing. I spent the last four days watching several of your videos and today I passed my test at the first attempt with only three minors. I had a great instructor, and I have to give him credit, but I really believe these videos pushed me over the line. Keep up the great work, Richard.
I have my test in 3 days, and I failed my last one due to having a panic attack. My instructor was shocked he knew my driving standards were much higher. So I've been looking at every video I can find for advice I think this is the one. I will use your advice this week.
Today I had an exam and it was my second one. I watched this vid and bro I PASSED EVERY THING U SAID WAS SO HELPFUL. From not thinking too much into a future nor past all the way to concentrate on the present and to calm yourself because it's not like u are driving for the instructor, your re doing this for yourself. THANK YOU SO SO MUCH I CANT WAIT TO CELEBRATE IT WITH MY FAMILY
I have my driving test in 2 days, and after watching this video I feel alot better about going into it! I suffer from social anxiety so I’m naturally a very anxious person, but I have a feeling these tips will help big time! :)
Watched this a few times before my test today and I passed with 3 minors!!! I had the worst practice with my instructor beforehand but all the tips in this kept me calm during my test. Good luck to whoever has a test coming up. You can do it!
I remember watching this video last week the night before my test. Thank you very much, Richard. I had my test at Bolton in the morning and it was my second attempt. I passed with 2 driving faults. Your videos are just so amazing. Thanks again and keep creating more for super nervous people like me! May your channel continue to shine and grow!!!
I passed my test today! Your videos have honestly been such a help for my driving journey so thanks a lot 🎉 I was so nervous this morning before my test it was a horrible feeling but I took into account what you said in this video and the test was a breeze. It went by so quick and my examiner was lovely and we had a nice chat! I passed with 6 minor faults!
This video saved me this week. Nerves would have definitely got to me in my test today without your tips and the story of you not passing twice. Passed with three minors. Thank you!!
I agree with this video wholeheartedly. I finally passed my driving test today after several failed attempts. I was actually shaking a little at the start of the test today. I initiated some chat with the examiner to try to calm my nerves down. Watching your videos have helped me tremendously. They are well thought out and most articulated. Thank you!
Just passed my test and wow its feels amazing! This video really helped me to calm down and focus on my test allowing me to pass. For those that are worrying, its really not as bad as you think! It was over in a blink of an eye, so don't worry about it. Just drive and pretend your examiner is just another instructor or just some random guy/girl your driving around. You've got this!
As someone who passed my driving test first time a few months ago, the best thing I can say is just do your best to control your nervousness. Meditate, do deep breathing or whatever is necessary to keep yourself from getting too nervous. If you pass or fail, then it is what it is.
Tips in this video are absolutely solid. I personally only had a little sort of mild feel of anxiety on my warm up drive plus me and my instructor have been pulled over by the police on the day of my test :D (just a regular check thing tho). My experience (disclaimer - this is is not a tip) : When it came to a start of my test I just switched off myself in terms of nerves or thinking too much in the way that I just drove the best I could with an approach that I don't want to repeat this thing again. Passed it with a 4 minors last week. P.S. I know every person is different, but this is what worked for me :) Good luck !
This is such a great video. My third test is coming up this week and I’m the same as you, got much more anxious as I wasn’t nervous at all on the first test, perfect drive but failed for something silly which I still argue should have been a minor fault💔 and second test my nerves totally took over and had a really tutty and judgy examiner. Hoping third times a charm, i don’t think anything can be as bad as my last test so can only go up from here!
I’m in a similar situation however my first test was awful, my second test I thought I had passed, as it was the smoothest drive I had ever done. Got back and it was a fail. Now I have my third coming up and I can’t stop worrying about failing. It’s the wait times for tests that make it hard for me!
Passed on the third attempt yesterday! The first two fails were definitely due to nerves, i didn't tell a single soul about my third test and went about my day as normal, i also took rescue remedy which really helped with anxiety! Just wanted to thank you Richard as these videos definitely played a part in me passing, keep it up!
A brilliant video, you described my driving test experience 48 years ago. Three tests, one mistake on 1st, terrible 2nd and gave up on third but still passed. Been driving ever since with a clean licence. Best £80 I ever spent and that was a lot of money back in the seventies.
Passed today with my 2nd attempt with 3 minors 🙂 Please keep on doing your videos, they have helped me loads with how clearly you explain things without making it feel boring. Thank you !
I know sometimes you’re probably used to hearing “don’t be nervous” but it’s actually so true. Worrying about something before doing it makes you worry about it two times: 1. Anxiety before doing it and 2. Anxiety while doing it. I was so nervous for my drivers test, which you have to understand is a very normal thing, you are not alone. When i started driving my anxiety completely left me because i was too focused on the road and i ended up passing the test. You will do great, just make sure to eat a good meal and take deep breaths. You got this!!
I passed my test today with 1 minor. Thank you so much for all your in-depth videos. I struggled so much with approach speed for some reason but watched your video on that subject and gained better understanding. This video I’m commenting on in particular was the last one I watched before I took my test today and helped me calm my nerves! Thank you SOOOOO much!
I’m watching this 20 days before my test, I’m so excited and super confident that I’ll pass but I still watch all your videos they are extremely useful and I’m certain I’ll still be watching them after I pass!😃
Hi I just wanted to say thank you for all the videos you make. I just passed my test a few weeks ago and your videos played a big part in it. Keep up the great content and I hope other learners find your channel too :)
Hello, Richard. Thank you so much for your videos; not just this one but all in your channel. They are all very useful and I usually watched your videos after the relevant lessons to grab a deeper understanding. I am a slower learner (learned 80 hours plus 10 hours parking practice with a family member), but I passed my test today at the 1st attempt. Thank you for my instructor and your channel!
Another great video Richard thank you. I passed my driving test in Ireland last week (second attempt, two months later). You've been so helpful with all your help and tips. Thank you again. Keep up the great work.
Thank you soooo much for all the videos you are uploading it helps me a lot during my lessons. I passed my practical test today with 2 minors by remembering most of your tips! Thank you
Just passed on second attempt today, after watching your several of your videos, which really helped me calm down s they answered lots of my random specific questions.
Passed my test yesterday with zero minors - watching your videos in the run up to the test really helped put my nerves at ease, the videos explained what to expect in the test really well!
Thank you for sharing your story. I’m about to take my third test and it being the third one i already feel like a failure. Hearing that driving instructor’s themselves haven’t passed the first time put me at ease. Thank you.
You’re not a failure for not passing. A lot of people don’t, and that’s perfectly okay. It doesn’t mean you’re bad at driving in any way. Just make sure to get a good nights sleep before your test, I’d highly recommend having a banana and paracetamol and just stay calm. It’s easier said than done but trust me, if you believe in yourself, it makes a difference! Talk to your instructor before your test and they’ll give you some advice and reassurance as you’re not the only one to feel nervous. I promise, you’ll be okay! Don’t put pressure on yourself to pass. If you do, amazing! If not, it’s okay. You can do it again. Best of luck! ☺️
Passed today thanks to your videos! Best tip I received from your videos is getting into 2nd gear when coming to junctions and roundabouts. Thanks for everything!
The pressure thing reminds me of when I took the test for driving a lorry. Had to pass the test that exact day, the next day some EU legislation would be ratified and I'd have to go through an extra curriculum to work as a lorry driver, which I had to pay for myself. Several grand, most likely. I failed in under 1 minute. I almost drove out in front of another truck when exiting the parking lot the test started on. The examiner had to intervene. Utter failure. I didn't drive very well thereafter either. Luckily he agreed to give me another chance and take a subsequent test directly after, which I passed. Such a clutch moment.
Thank you so much for this video. I've just passed my test and to anyone reading, I'd honestly put off watching this video because I thought I'd be fine but I was a bag of nerves on my mock test and made so many mistakes, which I really didn't need the night before. So I decided to watch, it was so easing and refreshing I cannot thank you enough for sharing it with us. I really took to heart what you said about just drive and don't think about the result. There was a few times I thought I'd failed, I could practically hear my instructor questioning me, but if you just push on forget about that and just focus on driving in the moment its so much more relaxing. Safe to say these videos have been essential viewing!
I passed today with the same mindset as you. After failing so many times, today I went for my test with the whole I dont care what you guys think.. i KNOW myself i can drive. It helped me drive the way I wanted to (safely), not the way i thought THEY want me to. This helped me focus more on the road and not the examiner.
Just want to leave this here for the older learners out there (i'm freshly 33). Had my test today and passed with 5 faults! All things i have had to work on up until now and not what i would consider a risk, definitely things that will be corrected as i build my confidence! Watched loads of your videos before and after lessons if i had any issues i wanted a visual too understand where i was going wrong and this video was a massive help before i went out today. I immediately felt the nerves leave when i got in the car and, although i had a rocky start (stalled within the first 5 minutes 😂, the examiner was fantastic, just told me to breathe and take my time. I hope everyone else has a fantastic time! Try and enjoy it, I absolutely was riddled with nerves last night and if i can do it, you absolutely can 🎉 good luck!
Just want to say a big thank you for all your help through your vids! Recently just passed on my 3rd attempt. It’s amazing to see someone walk in their God given purpose. God bless you Sir. 🙏🏾
Super interesting to hear your story. I passed first time with 2 minors. I was annoyed, I had planned to get 0 minors. Whilst I was learning, my instructor kept saying I was ready for the test, but I didn't book it until I was confident I would pass and pass well. I also knew that passing would mean no more driving for a while because I couldn't afford insurance, so I wanted to keep taking lessons. I'm glad I took this approach because I definitely got a lot more knowledge from my instructor than if I had passed sooner and stopped lessons. I always planned to do the Pass Plus, but never got round to it and TH-cam driving instructors kinda filled the gap!
Thank you for making this video, i passed my driving exam in Germany today. Failed first one because i was trying to impress Examiner and Nerves were not in control. you are a lifesaver. Stay blessed.
Watched my fare share of videos leading up to my test but the night before I was panicking really bad and needed something to calm me down and THIS video made me look at it different and calmed me right down so thank you so much it really helped, I passed first time as well, again thank you so much!!!!😁😊
Watched this last night as I was super nervous for my test today. Took in the majority of the pointers in this video and I seemed to quickly calm down. Ended up passing my test with only two minors. Thank you so much for this video!
Two days ago I thanked you for your videos helping me to pass my test but I didn’t mention that I failed twice before I passed third time around for the exact reason you mentioned there, nerves , passing my first two tests at the time and getting a license was a major key to my day today life, failing seemed like not an option. The intense pressure created nerves on both days that I did things during the failed tests that I haven’t done before with my instructor or in my driving ie driving on the wrong side of the road , stalling on a turn left junction and at one point my clutch foot was shaking so badly because I was scared of stalling the car or rolling back wards in a car that had hill assist and added on gas for you . For my third test my wife told me it’s okay if you don’t get it this time and we worked out an alternative plan to our worries and she told me to focus on the driving not the pressures of our lives and it was the best drive I have driven with an examiner in the car. Whoever is going for the test , just find a way to calm those nerves , trust me they get to you.
Your videos are very good and I have got my daugher to watch them. However she failed her driving test a while back after trying to be 'light' with the examiner. It had been raining off and on and she commented on how nice that the rain had stopped as it can make driving more awkward. His response - 'There is time yet'. Then he changed his mind on directions during the test adding to her stress. Sometimes they just don't go your way. Keep up the good work.
Richard, thankyou so much for all the effort you put into your channel! I've been an avid watcher early on into my driving lessons, and your videos helped teach new new knowledge, as well as consolidate things I learnt in my lessons. I just watched this video this morning before my lesson and passed first time on a manual car with 9 minors!!! So happy with my result and I know your videos contributed a lot towards making me feel more confident. I'll be watching new videos even though I've passed, to improve my new driver skills! Take care :)
I passed 2nd time yesterday but I will definitely keep watching your videos, seeing my dad drive a manual so eloquently is enough to motivate me to perfect the skill. It’s truly a thing of beauty!
I took my first-ever test today and passed with only 2 minors! I was stressing a lot the day before but I just envisioned myself being a taxi or an uber and it really helped with the nerves. I was friendly with the instructor and had a lot of fun small talk. I didn't look at his iPad once, and I recommend you try to converse with your instructor to really know them as a person and ease your nerves. Thank you for this video as it helped me out a lot!
I just passed my test today thanks to your advice. I was watching your video while excrements were literally shooting out of my ani because of how nervous I was, but somehow by the end of the clip I just felt better. Enormous thanks going out to you!!
You made my day! Today I also failed for the 3rd time and I was so upset. But if even you passed in the 4th trial it means I can as well. Thanks for being open and honest. I learn much from your videos. You are explaining the details really well.
I just passed my driving test yesterday with no lessons from any instructor (even though I don't recommend not taking lessons) on my first attempt. All I did was watching your videos (guess I did have an Instructor then ;) ). Thank you so much.
I love watching your videos and I learn so much. I have my driving test in mid June. A few weeks ago, I was so nervous and anxious that I keep making mistakes, overthinking and my instructor made me park and talk about what I was thinking. I cried for ten minutes as my instructor wanted me to let it out. That cry out was so needed. Over the period of my next few lessons, I don’t know why but I was in my best independent driving. I no longer feel anxious. All I needed to do is let out all my fears. Now I understand that this is how I should feel when I drive, relaxed and chill. Weirdly to say this, I’m actually looking forward to my test.
This video is flipping amazing I’ve been watching videos about nerves on the driving test and they all say the same useless thing but THIS is just full of amazing tips!!!
Thank you for making this video. Got my 2nd attempt at the driving test next week. Failed the first one within 10 minutes for not giving way to oncoming cars. Never done that before or since. Nerves definitely got the better of me that day.
3rd try today! So determined that today is gonna be the day. Both times before I’d made silly mistakes due to nerves but I’ve woken up today feeling excited and positive. Hopefully I can come back to this later and tell you all I’ve done it!
About to go for my 4th attempt. Everything I’ve failed for before was due to anxiety. Just trying to keep calm and remind myself that I’m a safe driver and the examiner isn’t looking for perfect, just safe and technically correct
Hey Richard, I just want to thank you for making this video. I passed my test 30 minutes prior to writing this comment. I was feeling down and I searched this video up and it made me feel at ease regardless of passing or failing. I will still be refreshing my memory by coming to your channel when I'm not sure about something related to driving. Thank you and have a wonderful day 😊.
Just to say thank you for your insight and empathy on this topic, as well as the attention to detail in all your videos. It was also a relief to hear a self confesed car-nut had failed a few times :D Learning in my early 40s, I had felt the pressure of learning to drive for about 25 years (a rocky start in my late teens plus my family paying for my brother's lessons but not mine did not help, then I just kept putting it off). Added to this, I now live in Spain, so one of the many hurdles the fact there would be THREE other people in the car during my exam (my instructor, the examiner and another candidate - yes you have to sit through each other's test!). Long story short, I passed first time!! It took me two days just to process that :D I will return to these videos again and again. To anyone else out there who struggling with lack of self-confidence , you can definitely do this!
Excellent advice. I passed yesterday and I was fine up until I turned the key and went to pull off. I was so nervous, I ignored the first two directions from the satnav - the examiner had to correct me and then I stalled on a hill. At that point, he told me to relax, take time to recompose myself and go when ready. He made some small talk about holidays and plans for the day when he saw I had relaxed a bit and it totally put me at ease. He only marked me down for one minor on my first stall, I assumed he would’ve given me 3 for ignoring the satnav’s first two instructions. I picked up 2 minors later on in the test but after that stall, he made me feel like I was just on a lesson with my instructor and said I did really well at the end. I thanked him immensely for putting me at ease, if I had an examiner who was tutting at me, I think I would’ve been psyched out by it but I consider myself extremely lucky. Fantastic tips here, especially about slowing your thinking down. I got total tunnel vision at the start, if I watched this beforehand, I probably would’ve snapped out of it after the first mistake and getting a hold of myself mentally. All the best to anyone doing their test soon, the examiner 100% wants you to pass.
I watched this video yesterday morning and I passed my test on my third attempt yesterday afternoon. Your tip to not worry about impressing the examiner and just drive how you think is right, really resonated with me and helped me stay calm even after making some nervous mistakes. (I also took some Kalms day tablets a few days before my test which really helped too!) So thank you for this video! I think my different mindset for my driving yesterday really helped me to pass this time :)
I passed my test in December 2023 and i’m so grateful for you advice is helped me when i was nervous a little because i did something wrong in first of my test , and now i came here because i have interview and i want to hear your advice again ! Thank you so much for your efforts❤️
Watching this on the night before my second test. My nerves got the best of me last time and i am confident in passing this time. My last test i had 3 Majors and 2 minors, all 3 of which i had never done before. EVER! i will update you guys in the morning when i have finished my test, wish me luck! Update: I passed!!!! Beep Beep
@@blesskombo9260didn’t even know you had replied haha! I think they were lane discipline, Stopping moving traffic on a live lane and something else think it was my parking at the start of the test🤣 one year on and it doesn’t even feel real that i am driving!!
I'm a driving instructor as well, and a big part of how I prepare my students for a test is about the attitude and mental approach. It was nice to see you have similar approach, and I learned some new things I can use as well. Thank you. Also, loved to see the ND. I have an NB myself and fully understand you wanted to use it as much as you could for driving shots, to make most of the day :)
So I watched this before mine and passed and it helped massively. I’d recommend and it can be unlikely with some examiners but if you can be chatty it reduces nerves but i understand this isn’t possible for everyone👍
That hilarious knife chase skit alone banished my anxiety for a moment
What helped me on my test was pretending the Examiner was just a guy who needed a lift who wanted to go a specific route. It sounds weird but it made me calmer for some reason. I listened and did all my box ticking for the test but he was actually good to talk to. Test was over quick and only 4 minors.
Thanks for this! Might try this for my 3rd test.... my nerve was killing me.
Tomorrow is my second day of driving I’ll use this as help 👍
What are the minors? Is emerging or approaching mistake a minor or serious?
@@sportsandtravelling7619 What were my 4 minors?
- Control when moving off (because i stalled)
- Approach Speed at Junctions (I got to the end of the junction a little too fast)
- Observation at Junctions (Same junction, i were a little too fast so i didn't observe in time. Although i did observe and were safe otherwise it would have been a serious)
- Positioning (Single road split back into two lanes but i noticed a little late, almost drove over the white line in the middle of them)
Basically the minors i got were what even experienced drivers do on a daily basis.
@@sportsandtravelling7619 Also to your second question, it depends on how much of a danger you are when you make that mistake.
I PASSED FIRST TIME TODAY WITH ZERO MINOR FAULTS!!!!!
Good job I’m so proud of you!!!!!!!
This is exactly the video I need! I failed my test last week, 2 serious faults - I went into the wrong lane and I almost pulled out in front of someone... Two mistakes I have NEVER done before 😭The nerves got to me, but hopefully next time I'll be able to remain calm. I know I can do this!!!
I'm sorry to hear that, try not to let it bring you down and stay positive for next time.
I almost passed last week but failed because of nerves too :/
I failed my first attempt by also ending in the opposite lane. My teacher was quite perplexed cause we've driven that particular road many times. We even drove there an hour before. It was a case of my mind doing a hiccup.
My teacher was cool about it. On our way from the test he let me drive, and we took the same route again, so as to get the bad experience out of the system and replace it with a good one.
Now it's just a fun story I can tell.
Don't beat yourself over the head with it. Carry on and laugh at it later.
Best of luck to you in the future
This happened to me to weeks ago, failed for the exactly same reasons, but I did it today, different area, a lot calm, i talked myself through the entire test while driving and I passed! it was super calm, no minors
Had my driving test today and passed first time with 2 minors. I’m honestly riddled with severe anxiety. Had around 3/4 hours of sleep last night, throw up twice and couldn’t even eat anything properly. I had less than half a banana and 2 paracetamol (recommend this btw! But actually have the whole banana 💀) I was certain I wouldn’t pass, but I did. Trust me, if I can do it, you can too! I know you might feel like you can’t or you’re not ready but if your instructor has said you are, then you are. I promise, it’s not as hard or as daunting as you think. If you have your test coming up, I promise you’ll be okay! Pass or fail, you can always redo it. It’s not a ‘be all and end all’ situation. You’ve got this. Believe in yourself, it makes a difference. Best of luck!! ❤️
I am a 66 year old woman who moved to the UK 1 year ago from the USA. For those you feeling anxious, let me assure you that I have been driving for 50 years and even I am nervous about my test in 3 weeks because driving here is completely different than what I am used in the states, and due to all the roundabouts, spiral roundabouts, road markings instead of signs, etc. I feel like it is way more difficult to drive here.
That being said, I just tell myself to treat the test as an opportunity to learn what I still need to practice and that if I pass, great, if not, try again.
The one thing I miss the most about living here is my independence and not being able to just get in the car by myself. It is really important to me and I know I will achieve that eventually. Watching these videos is so helpful to me and I appreciate them and thank you for the great instructions and insight you provide. Wishing everyone the best in your driving tests!
This is me and just a mock test today. God knows how I’ll go next week. I’m so upset.
Your advice to not go into the test TRYING NOT TO FAIL was so very helpful. This was the very issue I had. I didn’t want to make ANY mistakes, not even one. This caused me to be so anxious and overthink every maneuver I make. So, on the day of my exam I exactly did what you said. It helped my calm my nerves. And guess what? I passed without any mistakes! Thank you for your help!
Wow, what an achievement! Congratulations!
Yeah... You will ALWAYS make at least one mistake on a test. I think it's a very rare thing for someone to pass with zero minors. So the best thing is to simply accept that you're Human, like the rest of us, and accept that you will make mistakes. BUT... The trick is to make sure that they're not serious ones. And that, if you know you've just made a mistake, don't let it effect you! Because what you might consider serious, the examiner... So long as they feel safe, might just put it down as a minor!
It’s so refreshing hearing a driving instructor saying they didn’t pass first time!! I have my driving test in the summer and I heard my family this week talk about their attempts to pass their tests and it put me at ease ☺️ definitely going to put less pressure on myself for my first test!
So true. It's depressing seeing everyone say I passed first time no minors🥺. Like seriously where are the people who failed a few times.
@@kay-473 I've decided that they are all liars because they feel embarassed to say they didn't pass flawlessly on their first attempt ;)
@@Henry-fu2hc I agree with you. Failure is not the end, you just have to keep trying. Am proud to say I passed my 4th time and the truth is I still don't have the confidence to drive by myself so I don't.
Are you doing automatic? I think manual is more hassle now with gears esp in busy urban areas
@@silversurfermusicco5263 yes I am doing automatic ☺️
I watched this video yesterday before my driving test and you helped ease my nerves, so THANK YOU! So happy to say I passed today with 4 minors. Good luck everyone!
Edit: ALSO just to add, I have ADHD and I can be a very anxious person - not noticeable in my driving - but very apparent in the leadup to an examination of sorts. So, YOU CAN DO IT!
That's fantastic news! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
Apparently the ADHD must've been noticeable in my driving - my examiner made me pull maneuvers that were honestly ridiculous to the point where I felt I was being bullied. I was being limit tested as a new driver. Passed 1st time with 1 minor fault.
I watched this video this morning today just before my driving test and all of the advice helped me to stay calm and not panic during my exam, Today I just passed my driving test and I owe a part of it to conquer driving youtube channel it has helped me learn things that my driving instructor didn't teach. So grateful this channel is free too!
Hi! I've been watching a lot of your videos on the run up to my test and they've all been really helpful, especially this one as I felt really nervous about taking my test! I took my test this morning and passed first time with zero faults, and I'm sure your videos were a major reason that I passed so I just wanted to say a big thank you! After my initial nerves, my driving this morning actually felt really natural and in a strange way I sort of enjoyed it!
To those taking their test soon, remember that you don't have to be perfect, as long as you are safe and legal then you are more than likely to pass. My best piece of advice is to trust your instincts, take it steady and if you're not sure about something slow down or even stop. In another of this channel's videos, he said to remind yourself that you are a chauffeur, not a taxi - try to be as smooth as possible even if it means you're not the fastest. So if you can, try and get a bit of driving in before the test, take a few deep breaths before you begin and just focus on being safe, even if it means you have to wait an extra five minutes at a busy junction! Good luck to those taking their tests in the future, you can do it!😊
My problem with not passing first time is having to pay for the test again and the car rental 😂
Passed my test yesterday after the 5th attempt! I only ever failed due to silly mistakes I’d never made until the actual test😭 2 days ago was the first time watching your videos and they really prepared me and calmed down. Thank you!
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!
I failed today for 3rd time 😢
Passed my test today, 4th attemp(17 Jan), and I've watched your video night before, very helpful!!! Don't tell anyone you going for it !!! You are right! I'm confident but the 1st time I have failed due to bad observation at the end of the test in the test centre. 2&3 time I was very nervous as I've told my family ,fiancee about it, 4th time I went quitly and focused on the now and I was less nervous !!! For all of you trying Don't give up and don't be diissarthened ,failure is part of success!!!!! Thanks again for sharing those great tips !!!!
Officially passed last night on first try! I even had the notoriously pissed off examiner too. But passed regardless. Richard is absolutely right that you’d do more mistakes if you’re stressed than not. Thank you Richard for all the videos of advice and driving. Goat 🐐
Well done on passing your driving test. Congratulations!
Congratulations 🎉
goat
Passed my test today with 1 minor, thanks so much for these videos they have really helped me!
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!
This video explains exactly how I feel and is just what I needed. I am absolutely fine driving independently but in lessons/tests I make mistakes because of the fear of being watched. Not many understand how I feel but this but I perfectly. This is a huge help and I feel positive for my next test
I watched this video yesterday and today I got passed my driving test. As he said, I followed his words. Forget about the past or future. Be at the present. This is it. You can do it. I was chanting this in my mind. 😂 Thank you so much mate. 👍
That's really great to hear! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
Failed my first test 2 weeks ago with 2 serious and 15 minor faults. Made 1silly mistake at the start of the test because of the nerves and it snowballed from there. Thank you for this video and I hope I pass my test on April 6, 2022.
Edit: I passed my test today at April 6,2022 with 5 minors!
Good luck with your next test!
How did you get a test so quickly I booked mine in November and it is at the end of april
Random shiz, you failed to follow the tips in the video, now everyone knows when you have the test and will ask you if you have passed :)
@@onyxon7740 I passed my test with 5 minors today!
Well done ✅👍🏾 congratulations
Richard, your channel has been SO helpful. I just an hour ago passed my test first time, with 1 minor, and I couldn't be more chuffed. This morning I was sick with anxiety - I couldn't eat, couldn't focus, felt like I was going to vomit, but watching this video plus others on your channel really settled my nerves. I was in the position of it being important for me to pass as my partner is heavily pregnant, and the pandemic plus test scarcesness has meant severe delays in me getting a chance to take my test, so I was worried it might be another 6 month delay if I failed. I was also taking the test in my own car, which meant I didn't have an instructor to help calm me before the test, but you filled that role perfectly virtually!
That's really great to hear, congratulations on passing!
The bit where you said we often have a mentality of “I want to pass first time” but then realising “no one cares if you past first time” is so true and made me actually really feel chill about that and not worrying if I maybe need another shot at my test if I failed. It’s no one’s business.
ive had similar experience as you did but my heart rate goes up as well when i get anxious but i learned that if you breathe in fully and exhale for like 8 seconds your heart rate normalizes and i used that few times during the test and it helped me pass significantly
Wow thank you thought it was only me I literally can’t breathe at the thought of my test will try xxx
@@joannethilwind3334 yea usualy when was at traffic lights i did this technique few times and just focus myself on what am i doing right now and it did the job for me. good luck tho
@@joannethilwind3334 hey, how'd you go?
Today is my driving test I will definitely take on board all this advice and fingers crossed!
Edit: I PASSED with 5 minors I was very nervous but it wasn’t to bad and your videos have helped me so much so thankyou!
That's fantastic news! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
I have my FOURTH test in a weeks time.. was feeling a bit hopeless at this point but your video really helped, especially how you said you got fed up with feeling anxious!
Update: Passed 5th try!!!!!!
Good luck with your test!
@@ConquerDriving thanks!!
@@TechSpree1 did you pass?
@@camyeoman4180 no, I forgot I was in a school zone and sped up to 60km instead of 40 🥲
@@TechSpree1 Don't give up you will pass next time !❤️❤️ stay optimistic
I am not sure you will ever read this, but thank you❤️ I was trying to pass the test for 2 years, I took 7 attempts, the 8th was the one! I took your advice on not trying to please the examinator, and it called me down significantly! Thank you, I cried like a baby when I finally got the licence😆
That's really great to hear! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
I passed my driving test today, 1st attempted! Would like to say massive thank you to you, I have been watching your videos religiously and it’s really helped me out a lot! My instructor was amazing, and the combo with your really well explained videos did the magic for it today!
I was stressed, of course, but managed my parallel park (without the first minutes of the test) and that boosted my confidence. Everything went really good. I am so happy! Thank youuuuu for all your amazing videos 🥰 xx
That's fantastic to hear, thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
I just passed my test a few hours ago after my 5th attempt. I was super nervous and my heart was absolutely racing but this video really helped. Especially the part about making a mistake in the practice run so you don’t do so in the test.
I passed with no minors. This video was so reassuring
This channel is amazing. I spent the last four days watching several of your videos and today I passed my test at the first attempt with only three minors. I had a great instructor, and I have to give him credit, but I really believe these videos pushed me over the line. Keep up the great work, Richard.
That's fantastic to hear! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
I have my test in 3 days, and I failed my last one due to having a panic attack. My instructor was shocked he knew my driving standards were much higher. So I've been looking at every video I can find for advice I think this is the one. I will use your advice this week.
Today I had an exam and it was my second one. I watched this vid and bro I PASSED
EVERY THING U SAID WAS SO HELPFUL. From not thinking too much into a future nor past all the way to concentrate on the present and to calm yourself because it's not like u are driving for the instructor, your re doing this for yourself. THANK YOU SO SO MUCH I CANT WAIT TO CELEBRATE IT WITH MY FAMILY
I have my driving test in 2 days, and after watching this video I feel alot better about going into it! I suffer from social anxiety so I’m naturally a very anxious person, but I have a feeling these tips will help big time! :)
Man you genuinely seem like you were born to do this, your awesome, your really good at explaining and showing examples in all of your videos.👌
Watched this a few times before my test today and I passed with 3 minors!!! I had the worst practice with my instructor beforehand but all the tips in this kept me calm during my test. Good luck to whoever has a test coming up. You can do it!
I remember watching this video last week the night before my test. Thank you very much, Richard. I had my test at Bolton in the morning and it was my second attempt. I passed with 2 driving faults. Your videos are just so amazing. Thanks again and keep creating more for super nervous people like me! May your channel continue to shine and grow!!!
That's great to hear! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
@@ConquerDriving Thanks Richard. Good luck with your channel! You're helping people in more ways than you realize.
I passed my test today! Your videos have honestly been such a help for my driving journey so thanks a lot 🎉
I was so nervous this morning before my test it was a horrible feeling but I took into account what you said in this video and the test was a breeze. It went by so quick and my examiner was lovely and we had a nice chat! I passed with 6 minor faults!
That's fantastic news! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
This video saved me this week. Nerves would have definitely got to me in my test today without your tips and the story of you not passing twice. Passed with three minors. Thank you!!
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!
I agree with this video wholeheartedly.
I finally passed my driving test today after several failed attempts.
I was actually shaking a little at the start of the test today. I initiated some chat with the examiner to try to calm my nerves down.
Watching your videos have helped me tremendously. They are well thought out and most articulated. Thank you!
That's really great to hear, congratulations on passing!
I got this! Don’t let some stranger make you feel uncomfortable 🤘🏼
Just passed my test and wow its feels amazing! This video really helped me to calm down and focus on my test allowing me to pass. For those that are worrying, its really not as bad as you think! It was over in a blink of an eye, so don't worry about it. Just drive and pretend your examiner is just another instructor or just some random guy/girl your driving around. You've got this!
As someone who passed my driving test first time a few months ago, the best thing I can say is just do your best to control your nervousness. Meditate, do deep breathing or whatever is necessary to keep yourself from getting too nervous. If you pass or fail, then it is what it is.
Tips in this video are absolutely solid. I personally only had a little sort of mild feel of anxiety on my warm up drive plus me and my instructor have been pulled over by the police on the day of my test :D (just a regular check thing tho).
My experience (disclaimer - this is is not a tip) : When it came to a start of my test I just switched off myself in terms of nerves or thinking too much in the way that I just drove the best I could with an approach that I don't want to repeat this thing again. Passed it with a 4 minors last week.
P.S.
I know every person is different, but this is what worked for me :) Good luck !
This is such a great video. My third test is coming up this week and I’m the same as you, got much more anxious as I wasn’t nervous at all on the first test, perfect drive but failed for something silly which I still argue should have been a minor fault💔 and second test my nerves totally took over and had a really tutty and judgy examiner. Hoping third times a charm, i don’t think anything can be as bad as my last test so can only go up from here!
Good luck with your next test!
I’m in a similar situation however my first test was awful, my second test I thought I had passed, as it was the smoothest drive I had ever done. Got back and it was a fail. Now I have my third coming up and I can’t stop worrying about failing. It’s the wait times for tests that make it hard for me!
@@amylynch8774 Don't give up you will pass soon ❤️🦋 I believe in you be optimistic :) Im also doing my driving licence for a long time...
Passed on the third attempt yesterday! The first two fails were definitely due to nerves, i didn't tell a single soul about my third test and went about my day as normal, i also took rescue remedy which really helped with anxiety!
Just wanted to thank you Richard as these videos definitely played a part in me passing, keep it up!
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing your driving test!
I love this particular tip that you chipped in, "focusing on the present"❤
A brilliant video, you described my driving test experience 48 years ago.
Three tests, one mistake on 1st, terrible 2nd and gave up on third but still passed. Been driving ever since with a clean licence. Best £80 I ever spent and that was a lot of money back in the seventies.
Passed today with my 2nd attempt with 3 minors 🙂 Please keep on doing your videos, they have helped me loads with how clearly you explain things without making it feel boring. Thank you !
That's fantastic news! Congratulations on passing!
Got my license last week. Your videos have been super helpful in understanding different technicalities of driving. Thanks a lot mate!
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!
I know sometimes you’re probably used to hearing “don’t be nervous” but it’s actually so true. Worrying about something before doing it makes you worry about it two times: 1. Anxiety before doing it and 2. Anxiety while doing it. I was so nervous for my drivers test, which you have to understand is a very normal thing, you are not alone. When i started driving my anxiety completely left me because i was too focused on the road and i ended up passing the test. You will do great, just make sure to eat a good meal and take deep breaths. You got this!!
Thanks, i failed first time but passed second time around. Useful tips :)
I passed my test today with 1 minor. Thank you so much for all your in-depth videos. I struggled so much with approach speed for some reason but watched your video on that subject and gained better understanding. This video I’m commenting on in particular was the last one I watched before I took my test today and helped me calm my nerves! Thank you SOOOOO much!
This helped me calm a lot before my test today, and I passed with only 2 minors! Thank you!!
That's great to hear! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
I’m watching this 20 days before my test, I’m so excited and super confident that I’ll pass but I still watch all your videos they are extremely useful and I’m certain I’ll still be watching them after I pass!😃
Did you pass?
@@pencilsketches5556 nah unfortunately my instructor left it until 1 day before my test to tell me that he’s not taking me to test🤷🏼♂️
Hi I just wanted to say thank you for all the videos you make. I just passed my test a few weeks ago and your videos played a big part in it. Keep up the great content and I hope other learners find your channel too :)
That's great to hear, thank you!
Hello, Richard. Thank you so much for your videos; not just this one but all in your channel. They are all very useful and I usually watched your videos after the relevant lessons to grab a deeper understanding. I am a slower learner (learned 80 hours plus 10 hours parking practice with a family member), but I passed my test today at the 1st attempt. Thank you for my instructor and your channel!
Another great video Richard thank you. I passed my driving test in Ireland last week (second attempt, two months later). You've been so helpful with all your help and tips. Thank you again. Keep up the great work.
That's great news! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
Thank you soooo much for all the videos you are uploading it helps me a lot during my lessons. I passed my practical test today with 2 minors by remembering most of your tips! Thank you
Just passed on second attempt today, after watching your several of your videos, which really helped me calm down s they answered lots of my random specific questions.
Passed my test yesterday with zero minors - watching your videos in the run up to the test really helped put my nerves at ease, the videos explained what to expect in the test really well!
That's great news, congratulations on passing!
Thank you for sharing your story. I’m about to take my third test and it being the third one i already feel like a failure. Hearing that driving instructor’s themselves haven’t passed the first time put me at ease. Thank you.
You’re not a failure for not passing. A lot of people don’t, and that’s perfectly okay. It doesn’t mean you’re bad at driving in any way. Just make sure to get a good nights sleep before your test, I’d highly recommend having a banana and paracetamol and just stay calm. It’s easier said than done but trust me, if you believe in yourself, it makes a difference! Talk to your instructor before your test and they’ll give you some advice and reassurance as you’re not the only one to feel nervous. I promise, you’ll be okay! Don’t put pressure on yourself to pass. If you do, amazing! If not, it’s okay. You can do it again. Best of luck! ☺️
Passed today thanks to your videos!
Best tip I received from your videos is getting into 2nd gear when coming to junctions and roundabouts.
Thanks for everything!
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!
The pressure thing reminds me of when I took the test for driving a lorry. Had to pass the test that exact day, the next day some EU legislation would be ratified and I'd have to go through an extra curriculum to work as a lorry driver, which I had to pay for myself. Several grand, most likely. I failed in under 1 minute. I almost drove out in front of another truck when exiting the parking lot the test started on. The examiner had to intervene. Utter failure. I didn't drive very well thereafter either. Luckily he agreed to give me another chance and take a subsequent test directly after, which I passed. Such a clutch moment.
Thank you so much for this video. I've just passed my test and to anyone reading, I'd honestly put off watching this video because I thought I'd be fine but I was a bag of nerves on my mock test and made so many mistakes, which I really didn't need the night before. So I decided to watch, it was so easing and refreshing I cannot thank you enough for sharing it with us. I really took to heart what you said about just drive and don't think about the result. There was a few times I thought I'd failed, I could practically hear my instructor questioning me, but if you just push on forget about that and just focus on driving in the moment its so much more relaxing. Safe to say these videos have been essential viewing!
I'm happy to hear the video helped! Congratulations on passing!
I passed today with the same mindset as you. After failing so many times, today I went for my test with the whole I dont care what you guys think.. i KNOW myself i can drive. It helped me drive the way I wanted to (safely), not the way i thought THEY want me to. This helped me focus more on the road and not the examiner.
I passed my test today first time with 6 minors. I just wanted to say how much your videos have helped me. Thank you!! 😊
That's fantastic news! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
Just want to leave this here for the older learners out there (i'm freshly 33). Had my test today and passed with 5 faults! All things i have had to work on up until now and not what i would consider a risk, definitely things that will be corrected as i build my confidence!
Watched loads of your videos before and after lessons if i had any issues i wanted a visual too understand where i was going wrong and this video was a massive help before i went out today.
I immediately felt the nerves leave when i got in the car and, although i had a rocky start (stalled within the first 5 minutes 😂, the examiner was fantastic, just told me to breathe and take my time.
I hope everyone else has a fantastic time! Try and enjoy it, I absolutely was riddled with nerves last night and if i can do it, you absolutely can 🎉 good luck!
I passed my fourth times in last 2 months and still watching your videos, so helpful and thank you so much !
Just want to say a big thank you for all your help through your vids! Recently just passed on my 3rd attempt. It’s amazing to see someone walk in their God given purpose.
God bless you Sir. 🙏🏾
Super interesting to hear your story. I passed first time with 2 minors. I was annoyed, I had planned to get 0 minors. Whilst I was learning, my instructor kept saying I was ready for the test, but I didn't book it until I was confident I would pass and pass well. I also knew that passing would mean no more driving for a while because I couldn't afford insurance, so I wanted to keep taking lessons. I'm glad I took this approach because I definitely got a lot more knowledge from my instructor than if I had passed sooner and stopped lessons. I always planned to do the Pass Plus, but never got round to it and TH-cam driving instructors kinda filled the gap!
2 minors is a very nice drive.
Passed my test today with no minors or faults, thank you so much, your videos were incredibly helpful🙌🏾
My test is next Friday. Nerves really effect me and I’m worried it will get the best of me, this video is fantastic.
Thank you for the great content
Just passed my driving test this morning with 0 faults! Thank you for all your videos, they have helped me so much.
Thank you for making this video, i passed my driving exam in Germany today. Failed first one because i was trying to impress Examiner and Nerves were not in control. you are a lifesaver. Stay blessed.
That's fantastic to hear, congratulations on passing!
Watched my fare share of videos leading up to my test but the night before I was panicking really bad and needed something to calm me down and THIS video made me look at it different and calmed me right down so thank you so much it really helped, I passed first time as well, again thank you so much!!!!😁😊
That's fantastic to hear, congratulations on passing!
Watched this last night as I was super nervous for my test today. Took in the majority of the pointers in this video and I seemed to quickly calm down. Ended up passing my test with only two minors. Thank you so much for this video!
That's fantastic news! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
Two days ago I thanked you for your videos helping me to pass my test but I didn’t mention that I failed twice before I passed third time around for the exact reason you mentioned there, nerves , passing my first two tests at the time and getting a license was a major key to my day today life, failing seemed like not an option. The intense pressure created nerves on both days that I did things during the failed tests that I haven’t done before with my instructor or in my driving ie driving on the wrong side of the road , stalling on a turn left junction and at one point my clutch foot was shaking so badly because I was scared of stalling the car or rolling back wards in a car that had hill assist and added on gas for you . For my third test my wife told me it’s okay if you don’t get it this time and we worked out an alternative plan to our worries and she told me to focus on the driving not the pressures of our lives and it was the best drive I have driven with an examiner in the car. Whoever is going for the test , just find a way to calm those nerves , trust me they get to you.
Your videos are very good and I have got my daugher to watch them. However she failed her driving test a while back after trying to be 'light' with the examiner. It had been raining off and on and she commented on how nice that the rain had stopped as it can make driving more awkward. His response - 'There is time yet'. Then he changed his mind on directions during the test adding to her stress. Sometimes they just don't go your way.
Keep up the good work.
I'm sorry to hear that. I hope her next test goes well.
Richard, thankyou so much for all the effort you put into your channel! I've been an avid watcher early on into my driving lessons, and your videos helped teach new new knowledge, as well as consolidate things I learnt in my lessons. I just watched this video this morning before my lesson and passed first time on a manual car with 9 minors!!! So happy with my result and I know your videos contributed a lot towards making me feel more confident. I'll be watching new videos even though I've passed, to improve my new driver skills! Take care :)
That's really great to hear! Thank you for watching and congratulations on passing!
Thank you. Love your advice, I’m going for my test at the age of 70. Cheers.
Good luck!
This will be my 4th time coming up next week.... Wish me luck on monday! Thank you for your help and stories made me feel a bit better! ✌️
I passed 2nd time yesterday but I will definitely keep watching your videos, seeing my dad drive a manual so eloquently is enough to motivate me to perfect the skill. It’s truly a thing of beauty!
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!
I took my first-ever test today and passed with only 2 minors! I was stressing a lot the day before but I just envisioned myself being a taxi or an uber and it really helped with the nerves. I was friendly with the instructor and had a lot of fun small talk. I didn't look at his iPad once, and I recommend you try to converse with your instructor to really know them as a person and ease your nerves. Thank you for this video as it helped me out a lot!
That's fantastic news! Congratulations on passing!
I just passed my test today thanks to your advice.
I was watching your video while excrements were literally shooting out of my ani because of how nervous I was, but somehow by the end of the clip I just felt better.
Enormous thanks going out to you!!
That's great to hear! Congratulations on passing!
You made my day! Today I also failed for the 3rd time and I was so upset. But if even you passed in the 4th trial it means I can as well. Thanks for being open and honest. I learn much from your videos. You are explaining the details really well.
I wish you the best of luck with your next test!
I just passed my driving test yesterday with no lessons from any instructor (even though I don't recommend not taking lessons) on my first attempt. All I did was watching your videos (guess I did have an Instructor then ;) ).
Thank you so much.
Wow, what an achievement. Congratulations on passing!
I love watching your videos and I learn so much. I have my driving test in mid June. A few weeks ago, I was so nervous and anxious that I keep making mistakes, overthinking and my instructor made me park and talk about what I was thinking. I cried for ten minutes as my instructor wanted me to let it out. That cry out was so needed. Over the period of my next few lessons, I don’t know why but I was in my best independent driving. I no longer feel anxious. All I needed to do is let out all my fears. Now I understand that this is how I should feel when I drive, relaxed and chill. Weirdly to say this, I’m actually looking forward to my test.
I'm loving the lighter tone in this one! The 'ta da!' door opening made me actually laugh out loud.
This video is flipping amazing I’ve been watching videos about nerves on the driving test and they all say the same useless thing but THIS is just full of amazing tips!!!
Thank you for making this video. Got my 2nd attempt at the driving test next week. Failed the first one within 10 minutes for not giving way to oncoming cars. Never done that before or since. Nerves definitely got the better of me that day.
Good luck!
3rd try today! So determined that today is gonna be the day. Both times before I’d made silly mistakes due to nerves but I’ve woken up today feeling excited and positive. Hopefully I can come back to this later and tell you all I’ve done it!
About to go for my 4th attempt. Everything I’ve failed for before was due to anxiety. Just trying to keep calm and remind myself that I’m a safe driver and the examiner isn’t looking for perfect, just safe and technically correct
Hey Richard, I just want to thank you for making this video. I passed my test 30 minutes prior to writing this comment. I was feeling down and I searched this video up and it made me feel at ease regardless of passing or failing. I will still be refreshing my memory by coming to your channel when I'm not sure about something related to driving. Thank you and have a wonderful day 😊.
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!
I have my driving test on the 19th April so this video has made me feel quite a lot better about the test
Good luck with your test!
Keep us updated
me too! good luck
@@Markemoji I passed with 2 minors today so I’m very happy about that
Just to say thank you for your insight and empathy on this topic, as well as the attention to detail in all your videos. It was also a relief to hear a self confesed car-nut had failed a few times :D Learning in my early 40s, I had felt the pressure of learning to drive for about 25 years (a rocky start in my late teens plus my family paying for my brother's lessons but not mine did not help, then I just kept putting it off). Added to this, I now live in Spain, so one of the many hurdles the fact there would be THREE other people in the car during my exam (my instructor, the examiner and another candidate - yes you have to sit through each other's test!). Long story short, I passed first time!! It took me two days just to process that :D I will return to these videos again and again. To anyone else out there who struggling with lack of self-confidence , you can definitely do this!
Passed my driving test today. Your videos have been phenomenal. Thank you so much!
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!
Excellent advice. I passed yesterday and I was fine up until I turned the key and went to pull off. I was so nervous, I ignored the first two directions from the satnav - the examiner had to correct me and then I stalled on a hill.
At that point, he told me to relax, take time to recompose myself and go when ready. He made some small talk about holidays and plans for the day when he saw I had relaxed a bit and it totally put me at ease.
He only marked me down for one minor on my first stall, I assumed he would’ve given me 3 for ignoring the satnav’s first two instructions. I picked up 2 minors later on in the test but after that stall, he made me feel like I was just on a lesson with my instructor and said I did really well at the end.
I thanked him immensely for putting me at ease, if I had an examiner who was tutting at me, I think I would’ve been psyched out by it but I consider myself extremely lucky.
Fantastic tips here, especially about slowing your thinking down. I got total tunnel vision at the start, if I watched this beforehand, I probably would’ve snapped out of it after the first mistake and getting a hold of myself mentally. All the best to anyone doing their test soon, the examiner 100% wants you to pass.
Congratulations on passing!
@@ConquerDriving Thanks very much and thanks for all your vids, really helped me to pass!
I watched this video yesterday morning and I passed my test on my third attempt yesterday afternoon. Your tip to not worry about impressing the examiner and just drive how you think is right, really resonated with me and helped me stay calm even after making some nervous mistakes. (I also took some Kalms day tablets a few days before my test which really helped too!)
So thank you for this video! I think my different mindset for my driving yesterday really helped me to pass this time :)
That's fantastic to hear, it's great to hear the video helped, congratulations on passing!
I passed my test in December 2023 and i’m so grateful for you advice is helped me when i was nervous a little because i did something wrong in first of my test , and now i came here because i have interview and i want to hear your advice again ! Thank you so much for your efforts❤️
Watching this on the night before my second test. My nerves got the best of me last time and i am confident in passing this time. My last test i had 3 Majors and 2 minors, all 3 of which i had never done before. EVER! i will update you guys in the morning when i have finished my test, wish me luck!
Update: I passed!!!! Beep Beep
Congratulations on passing!
What were the majors you did x
@@blesskombo9260didn’t even know you had replied haha! I think they were lane discipline, Stopping moving traffic on a live lane and something else think it was my parking at the start of the test🤣 one year on and it doesn’t even feel real that i am driving!!
Passed my test with 4 minors faults , nerves were there but I calmed down n did all that I had learned n watched 🎉
I'm a driving instructor as well, and a big part of how I prepare my students for a test is about the attitude and mental approach. It was nice to see you have similar approach, and I learned some new things I can use as well. Thank you.
Also, loved to see the ND. I have an NB myself and fully understand you wanted to use it as much as you could for driving shots, to make most of the day :)
That's right. It was a nice day so I thought I'd make the most of it.
So I watched this before mine and passed and it helped massively. I’d recommend and it can be unlikely with some examiners but if you can be chatty it reduces nerves but i understand this isn’t possible for everyone👍
Congratulations on passing!
I thought I’d be nervous but during the test my nerves went away and the nerves helped me be more concentrated and I did well