The Fastest Way to Relieve Nervousness During a Driving Test
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Methods to relieve nervousness during a driving test are as follows: 1. Deep Breathing Technique. Before the test, find a quiet place to stand, relax your whole body, and take deep breaths while silently counting "1-2-3." This can slow down blood circulation and calm your mind. 2. Movement Technique. Normal nervousness generates a lot of heat in the body, so you can engage in light activity before the test to release this heat. You can walk, jog, sway, or kick your legs; clench and then release your fists to tense and relax your muscles; or even pinch a part of your body during the test. 3. Eye-Closing Meditation Technique. Close your eyes, press your tongue against the roof of your mouth, inhale through your nose, and stabilize your emotions.
When I took the driving test for Subject 3, I was so nervous that my hands were shaking. The instructor taught me a 30-second emergency method: take three deep breaths before getting in the car, inhale until your abdomen bulges, and then exhale slowly. When fastening the seat belt, press the Hegu point (the raised muscle at the base of the thumb) firmly with your thumb—the pain can instantly pull your attention back. While waiting for the test, don’t watch others taking their exams; put on headphones and loop your favorite song—preferably something upbeat. For example, I played "Rice Fragrance" on repeat ten times, which activated my cerebral cortex and made it easier to avoid obsessing over the steps. Treat the examiner like a navigation robot, silently repeating the keywords when he gives instructions. Before starting, quickly press the accelerator pedal five times to familiarize your muscle memory, ensuring a smooth transition when actually accelerating to prevent stalling.
