I'm going to tell you my story. So on my test I was EXTREMLY nervous to the point where i actually told the examiner before we started. I just told him straight. I said I'm really nervous and I even joked with him saying to him he has the pedals on his side. Anyways he just told me to relax and just drive like how you normally drive. So that's what I did. After he started asking me what I do and I told him I'm a personal trainer and he was really interested. He was telling me that he also joined the gym after not going for 2 years and we started talking about gym and boxing etc.. Anyways the examiner was really friendly and is exactly how an examiner should be. I really respected him for that. I passed and it was such a good feeling. What helped me was talking my way through what I was going to do next. For example I'm on a roundabout. I would ask my examiner which exit he wants me to take and I would point at the exit. If he asked me to turn left or right I would ask him this turn right here. So I was always veryfying with the examiner what he wants me to do. Rather than me assuming the turn or guessing.. My advice would be is constantly ask the examiner for verification.. Even my examiner told me he said you can ask me a 1000 times and it's OK.
That’s great that you had such a good examiner. Unfortunately on my second test, which I went into more confident the before, my examiner was extremely grumpy and borderline rude. When he first got into the car I asked ‘everything alright?’, you know casually, and he said ‘why wouldn’t it be?’. It was a frosty morning and my car is a bit old and crappy, I had got the ac just right so there wouldn’t be any fog on the windscreen, and the examiner started messing with the ac (fair enough if he wants to be comfortable) and fogged up all the windows completely. I asked if I could pull over and he said “it’s your test not mine”. Fair enough he can’t give me any hints but come on, who talks to people like that. And he didn’t apologise or say anything about how he had just created a serious challenge for me that I wouldn’t normally have. He mumbled the entire test and I had to ask him for clarification on everything. And unlike your examiner who was happy to clarify, my examiner sighed every time I asked. Finally when we were headed back to the test centre, he told me we were doing the emergency stop, which seemed weird to me as we were seconds away from the test centre car park. It’s such a shame there’s examiners like that.
Another good tip is to give yourself a reward,no matter whether you pass or fail. If you set aside a day to do whatever makes you feel positive. For me, it's reading,hugging my cat,or going for a long walk along the beach. It's a kindness to yourself for putting in the hard work and not giving up,no matter the result
My tip is to accept the nerves. Their isn't a single person that does the test who isn't nervous. By accepting the nerves and you taking control of the nerves and not them taking over. In other areas of life that make you anxious think how you deal with it. Now try to use that mindset when on test . All I did on test was talk through the steps in my head
Great tips, I didn’t believe I could pass but my instructor did. I had a session of hypnotherapy for test nerves and driving confidence and that really helped me. I struck lucky with my examiner as got the friendliest, most helpful one at my local test centre, he went out of his way to get me to relax. We’d got lots in common and had worked in similar areas (education) meant we chatted away and even had a few jokes. I found getting to by test centre 15 mins early helped as gave time to have a walk round and stretch before the test. I was actually calmer on my test than on some lessons and was so pleased I passed first time.
Thanks Francis you absolute legend! My advice is commentary and have belief in yourself and do not compare yourself to others. I did that after I failed my 1st test but learnt for my 2nd to accept that I can do it and if it doesn't work out, its not the end of the world! It really calmed me! Best wishes to you Francis and everyone! 😊
Thanks Francis, I needed to hear this as I have my test on Wednesday. I’m a little nervous. When I overthink, I tend to panic. My instructor biggest tip for me is if in doubt, stay out. I’m telling myself that I’ve got this, just drive safe.
@@DrivingSchoolTV I wanted to come back here and say Thank you Francis for all those wonderful video. I can’t believe I passed this morning, I was so happy that I was ugly crying in the car. I did have one hiccup after ten mins on the drive test but I told myself, you know what, I’m going to drive on and show my examiner that I’m safe. Kept on driving and the next thing I realized I was back in the test centre. So I wanted to share to everyone that I indeed was nervous but take that hiccup and let that be your drive to drive better. It’s all in the attitude.
I failed my test back in May due to nurves! This is great advice that I will use when I do my test again (when ever that will be because booking another test is a nightmare!)
These tips are great! Eating well and staying hydrated is more important than you think…😅 I also made a playlist with music that makes me feel happy and confident, and I listened to that both before and during my test. I don’t really like small talk, so instead of just silence I had something nice in the background. This was able to make me feel more focused on the driving, because I wasn’t focusing on the fact it was a test. If you’re still learning to drive: *You’ve got this!!! I know you can do it.* ❤️💪
Really good advice,as per. I remember saying that exact affirmation to myself when I had first passed my test. Also,Kalms are really good for nerves. I take them myself before bed. Regarding diet: I think it's best to stick to complex carbs to avoid that drop in energy levels. Maybe make a smoothie with bananas, oats, nuts, and dairy-free milk to drink before a driving test. Yoga,meditation, or a long walk are also good for settling the nerves.
I created a playlist to listen to on the way which I knew would relax me a bit. I also got my question in first by asking my examiner how long he had been doing the job and what other jobs he had. It meant he could talk away and i could concentrate. I didn't go for full commentary when driving but i did point things out such as 'is that white car going to pull out' or 'right mister just you stay where you are' it made me think that i was at least telling the examiner I'd seen them even if nothing happened. Last one even though I'd been all over the test route due to traffic on the day we went back to the test centre the opposite way from what I was used to which did throw me slightly.
My nerves went out the window as I drove out of the test centre. It was awful up until then. When you're nervous you can look forward to when you're not going to feel nervous anymore.
Rescue Remedy is surprisingly useful! I used it when I had to stop my anxiety meds for a bit, and it seems to wash it all away. I believed they were a placebo effect, but not so much after I gave my dog their pet version to stop her acting like a sausage in the vets. And they worked! 😅
also dont drink too much water before the test. because you dont want be doing the test while needing to go for a bathroom break. trust me it aint nice.
If you're not sure your instructor is the best one for you try a lesson with a couple of other instructors and see if any are a better fit! If not then stick with your current person 😊
Think about what you've got left to cover though. Probably not much. Just brushing up a few things? If you can drive like you do now and make progress in each lesson you'll be SO ready 😊
There’s another driving instructor who I follow and who makes CZcams videos, his leather had a driving test at 4:30am this morning, should be sleeping at that time but I guess there would be pretty much no vehicles on the road. 😁
I have absolutely no idea but I can imagine it’s very dark at that time but I bet there is hardly any traffic at that time of morning! 😀 A female learner driver of an online driving instructor, I watch his CZcams videos, she passed first time! 🥳 🙌
07:13 Kalms Day tablets are a herbal remedy for mild stress and anxiety, using traditionally used ingredients to help promote a sense of calm. You can use these tablets to help you to deal with stressful situations like exams, driving tests, important meetings at work, or travelling by plane.
You’re always very welcome! No mate, fortunately I’ve never had to use them, I have Aspergers so when I was younger I had to go on antidepressants for a while for Aspergers and anxiety as anxiety is very common with Aspergers but thankfully now I can cope with life without medication, I also had therapy, working in a shop for almost 5 years has allowed me to grow a thick skin! 🙃
I'm going to tell you my story.
So on my test I was EXTREMLY nervous to the point where i actually told the examiner before we started. I just told him straight. I said I'm really nervous and I even joked with him saying to him he has the pedals on his side.
Anyways he just told me to relax and just drive like how you normally drive. So that's what I did.
After he started asking me what I do and I told him I'm a personal trainer and he was really interested. He was telling me that he also joined the gym after not going for 2 years and we started talking about gym and boxing etc..
Anyways the examiner was really friendly and is exactly how an examiner should be. I really respected him for that.
I passed and it was such a good feeling.
What helped me was talking my way through what I was going to do next. For example I'm on a roundabout. I would ask my examiner which exit he wants me to take and I would point at the exit.
If he asked me to turn left or right I would ask him this turn right here.
So I was always veryfying with the examiner what he wants me to do. Rather than me assuming the turn or guessing..
My advice would be is constantly ask the examiner for verification.. Even my examiner told me he said you can ask me a 1000 times and it's OK.
This is really useful advice, thankyou
That’s great that you had such a good examiner. Unfortunately on my second test, which I went into more confident the before, my examiner was extremely grumpy and borderline rude. When he first got into the car I asked ‘everything alright?’, you know casually, and he said ‘why wouldn’t it be?’. It was a frosty morning and my car is a bit old and crappy, I had got the ac just right so there wouldn’t be any fog on the windscreen, and the examiner started messing with the ac (fair enough if he wants to be comfortable) and fogged up all the windows completely. I asked if I could pull over and he said “it’s your test not mine”. Fair enough he can’t give me any hints but come on, who talks to people like that. And he didn’t apologise or say anything about how he had just created a serious challenge for me that I wouldn’t normally have. He mumbled the entire test and I had to ask him for clarification on everything. And unlike your examiner who was happy to clarify, my examiner sighed every time I asked. Finally when we were headed back to the test centre, he told me we were doing the emergency stop, which seemed weird to me as we were seconds away from the test centre car park. It’s such a shame there’s examiners like that.
Another good tip is to give yourself a reward,no matter whether you pass or fail. If you set aside a day to do whatever makes you feel positive. For me, it's reading,hugging my cat,or going for a long walk along the beach. It's a kindness to yourself for putting in the hard work and not giving up,no matter the result
Yes! Commiseration or celebration drinks either way 😆
I PASSED 1st time this morning with 1 minor!! Thanks so much for your videos, they’ve helped me a lot 🎊🎊🫶🏼 couldn’t be more happier with myself!
Omg on a Sunday!! Great day for a driving test Congrats Jessica!!
Congratulations Jessica so proud of you! Enjoy that licence! Please stay safe!
@@ricardoportwood39thank you!!
Wahoo congrats
Got a pupil on test tomorrow and I’ve told him “this is the ONLY video I want you to watch between now and your test”
Did they pass?
My tip is to accept the nerves. Their isn't a single person that does the test who isn't nervous. By accepting the nerves and you taking control of the nerves and not them taking over. In other areas of life that make you anxious think how you deal with it. Now try to use that mindset when on test . All I did on test was talk through the steps in my head
If you think driving test nerves are bad, imagine how people with actual anxiety feel.
I have crippling anxiety,so most situations are overwhelming.
@@delphihaze1317 sure you do.
That was me , my nerve got better of me the first time doing the test . My second test, I was so ready and passed it.
Yess!! It's always easier the second time
Francis thank you I passed my test last week at Tottenham just 3 minors
Great tips, I didn’t believe I could pass but my instructor did. I had a session of hypnotherapy for test nerves and driving confidence and that really helped me. I struck lucky with my examiner as got the friendliest, most helpful one at my local test centre, he went out of his way to get me to relax. We’d got lots in common and had worked in similar areas (education) meant we chatted away and even had a few jokes. I found getting to by test centre 15 mins early helped as gave time to have a walk round and stretch before the test. I was actually calmer on my test than on some lessons and was so pleased I passed first time.
Thank you I will keep this in mind
This video helped me pass my test today. Thank you so much for your advice. ❤
Passed first time today , your videos been very helpful and informative, thank you Francis 🙏
Thanks Francis you absolute legend! My advice is commentary and have belief in yourself and do not compare yourself to others. I did that after I failed my 1st test but learnt for my 2nd to accept that I can do it and if it doesn't work out, its not the end of the world! It really calmed me! Best wishes to you Francis and everyone! 😊
Hey Francis, I've been watching your videos, they're sooo useful. I had my driving test on Friday & I've passed 🥳🚗 Thank Youuuuuu 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Congrats 🥂
Thanks Francis, I needed to hear this as I have my test on Wednesday. I’m a little nervous. When I overthink, I tend to panic. My instructor biggest tip for me is if in doubt, stay out. I’m telling myself that I’ve got this, just drive safe.
You got this!! good luck for Wednesday
Good luck , stay focused
@@DrivingSchoolTV I wanted to come back here and say Thank you Francis for all those wonderful video. I can’t believe I passed this morning, I was so happy that I was ugly crying in the car. I did have one hiccup after ten mins on the drive test but I told myself, you know what, I’m going to drive on and show my examiner that I’m safe. Kept on driving and the next thing I realized I was back in the test centre. So I wanted to share to everyone that I indeed was nervous but take that hiccup and let that be your drive to drive better. It’s all in the attitude.
I failed my test back in May due to nurves! This is great advice that I will use when I do my test again (when ever that will be because booking another test is a nightmare!)
These tips are great! Eating well and staying hydrated is more important than you think…😅 I also made a playlist with music that makes me feel happy and confident, and I listened to that both before and during my test. I don’t really like small talk, so instead of just silence I had something nice in the background. This was able to make me feel more focused on the driving, because I wasn’t focusing on the fact it was a test. If you’re still learning to drive: *You’ve got this!!! I know you can do it.* ❤️💪
I have my first test on Friday! I'll come back and let you know 🤞😬
my driving test is on tuesday, im excited but im worried about nerves on the day, thanks for this!!
Oooh good luck!! Let us know how you get on🤞
My one as well is on tuesdays morning😂 but i feel confident. Wish U luck! 😉
My driving test is on Wednesday this week. God help me and others.🎉🎉
@@DrivingSchoolTV will do!!
How did it go? Did you pass
Really good advice,as per. I remember saying that exact affirmation to myself when I had first passed my test. Also,Kalms are really good for nerves. I take them myself before bed. Regarding diet: I think it's best to stick to complex carbs to avoid that drop in energy levels. Maybe make a smoothie with bananas, oats, nuts, and dairy-free milk to drink before a driving test. Yoga,meditation, or a long walk are also good for settling the nerves.
I created a playlist to listen to on the way which I knew would relax me a bit. I also got my question in first by asking my examiner how long he had been doing the job and what other jobs he had. It meant he could talk away and i could concentrate. I didn't go for full commentary when driving but i did point things out such as 'is that white car going to pull out' or 'right mister just you stay where you are' it made me think that i was at least telling the examiner I'd seen them even if nothing happened. Last one even though I'd been all over the test route due to traffic on the day we went back to the test centre the opposite way from what I was used to which did throw me slightly.
Got mine tomorrow hope these tips work
Love video
Love the thumb😂 and greattttt tips🎉
Hey, these videos are great and super helpful! Any chance you are available to take on a pupil? You drove past my house 3mins into the video :)
i am ready for September.😮
Yea, important to not put pressure on yourself.😅
My nerves went out the window as I drove out of the test centre. It was awful up until then. When you're nervous you can look forward to when you're not going to feel nervous anymore.
I grew up in this area all my life. I would love to do a drive with you. I have about 23 hours of driving lessons
Recently moved out of London but my parents still live in Lewisham
Rescue Remedy is surprisingly useful! I used it when I had to stop my anxiety meds for a bit, and it seems to wash it all away. I believed they were a placebo effect, but not so much after I gave my dog their pet version to stop her acting like a sausage in the vets. And they worked! 😅
Haha like a sausage! It's so weird right? They must do something
Really good advise, I no from experience how nervous pupils get on test day and I feel there nerves to 😂
Not sure why I watch these videos as I've passed my driving test already lol
My instructor has said im not far off booking my test
also dont drink too much water before the test. because you dont want be doing the test while needing to go for a bathroom break. trust me it aint nice.
👍
True even befoe my lessons I don’t drink anything
How do you know what driving instructor is best one for you has keep see make mistakes can you help me
If you're not sure your instructor is the best one for you try a lesson with a couple of other instructors and see if any are a better fit! If not then stick with your current person 😊
5:15 that's literally what I asked my examiner on my test!
hah love it!! What did they say??
I think that he said a Volvo! They are nice cars too 😊
i have my driving test tomorrow! thank you!!
Good luck 🤞
Best of luck! You can do it!!!
Best wishes and hope that it goes well. Remember to breathe and remember it's all about safety!
Wish You luck!
Sameeee
My test is in 7 weeks and that seems ages away but it’s not it’s 7 lessons away and when I think of it that way I’m so scared 😂
Think about what you've got left to cover though. Probably not much. Just brushing up a few things? If you can drive like you do now and make progress in each lesson you'll be SO ready 😊
Have my test this Tuesday, I’ll come back if I pass :)
Yes!! So soon!! Good luck 🤞
JUST PASSED WITH 1 MINOR WOOOP WOOOOOOP THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE VIDEOS truly helped so so much 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
There’s another driving instructor who I follow and who makes CZcams videos, his leather had a driving test at 4:30am this morning, should be sleeping at that time but I guess there would be pretty much no vehicles on the road. 😁
Bloody hell is it even light at 4.30?? Who's had a test that early?
I have absolutely no idea but I can imagine it’s very dark at that time but I bet there is hardly any traffic at that time of morning! 😀 A female learner driver of an online driving instructor, I watch his CZcams videos, she passed first time! 🥳 🙌
07:13 Kalms Day tablets are a herbal remedy for mild stress and anxiety, using traditionally used ingredients to help promote a sense of calm. You can use these tablets to help you to deal with stressful situations like exams, driving tests, important meetings at work, or travelling by plane.
Thanks!! That's exactly right. I think they just take the edge off a bit. Have you tried them?
You’re always very welcome! No mate, fortunately I’ve never had to use them, I have Aspergers so when I was younger I had to go on antidepressants for a while for Aspergers and anxiety as anxiety is very common with Aspergers but thankfully now I can cope with life without medication, I also had therapy, working in a shop for almost 5 years has allowed me to grow a thick skin! 🙃
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