Driving Test Calming Measures
Many people use rescue remedy for their driving test in the hope that it will help to calm some nerves on the day of the test. Rescue remedy, made from plant and flower based essences, aims to provide comfort and reassurance and help the user return to a more positive outlook. As you can imagine, comfort and reassurance is something most people will be seeking before a driving test, so rescue remedy is often called upon.
Many learner drivers are nervous for their test, which is completely understandable. You have been working hard during your driving lessons, and it all comes down to this one day! Some learners may find they need a little something extra to help calm their nerves and remain focused on the day; a driving instructor may recommend rescue remedy. Every driver is different, and when it comes to your driving test, if you allow your nerves to get the better of you, it could cause you to make silly mistakes and cost you the pass you so deserve.
There are numerous things you can do to prepare for your driving test and ease your nerves. You can research what you will be marked on during your test, read up on how to increase your chances of passing your driving test and of course practice, practice, practice! If this still isn’t enough and the nerves are taking over, you could give Bach Rescue Remedy a try.
Rescue remedy has no known side effects, but a whole list of positives:
- Calm nerves
- Provide support
- Help boost positive emotions
- Spark feelings of reassurance
- Increase focus
- Lift mood
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Bach rescue remedy is trusted by many, even loved by celebrities such as Emma Watson and Hugh Grant. Taking rescue remedy for your driving test is known to have helped many learner drivers. Rescue remedy is said to help you relax and increase focus, making it the ideal solution for driving test nerves.
One pupil, Sarah, was previously learning to drive with a company called ‘Drive Northampton’ a driving school in Northampton and had failed her driving test. During lessons, she was a great driver, however, under the pressure of the test, the nerves took over, and she made silly mistakes which resulted in her failing.
Following the recommendation of some of her friends, she decided to change driving instructors and continue lessons with Stephen Bailey, one of our driving instructors in Northampton.. Sometimes, a change of instructor helps, but in this instance, Stephen just suggested to Sarah that she try rescue remedy, and this seemed to make all the difference.
Sarah said: “I was nervous about my driving test and so my driving instructor suggested I try rescue remedy. I was sceptical at first, but I thought I’d give it a try. The night before my test, I took a few drops of rescue remedy before I slept, and I woke up feeling refreshed and calm. I suffer from sleeplessness, and it helped me have a restful night. I took a few more drops of rescue remedy before my driving test, and I can honestly say, I felt calm and focused. Whether or not it was placebo – it worked for me, and I passed my test!”
So, if you’re looking for a natural solution to driving test nerves, rescue remedy is the way to go. However, if you think your nerves are too much, and you need more than this natural remedy, read our post about beta-blockers for your driving test.
Sometimes, a change of instructor helps, however in this instance, Stephen just suggested the rescue remedy to Sarah and that seemed to make the difference!
Sarah said: “I was really nervous about my driving test and so my driving instructor suggested I try rescue remedy. I was sceptical at first, but I thought that I’d give it a try. The night before my test, I took a few drops of rescue remedy before I slept and I woke up feeling refreshed and calm. I suffer with my sleep and it helped me have a restful night! I took a few more drops of the rescue remedy before my driving test and I can honestly say, I felt really calm and focused. Whether it was a placebo – it worked for me!! I passed my test!”
So, if you’re looking for a natural solution to driving test nerves, rescue remedy is the way to go. However, if you think your nerves are too much, and you need more than this natural remedy, read our post about beta-blockers for your driving test.
TOP TIP From Ossie Osman – Driving instructor covering Stevenage
Try taking rescue remedy before your actual driving test, perhaps when you know you are doing a mock driving test with your instructor. Whenever you do a mock driving test you will feel slightly uneasy and perhaps a bit nervous, so taking the rescue remedy is a great way of seeing how you feel and respond to it. It’s not a powerful substance but everyone does react different to dosage amounts too.
