Is it normal that i don't want to learn how to drive?

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When I was a child, I couldn't wait to learn how to drive. I guess I equated it as a adult activity and I couldn't wait to grow up. However, it has now all changed. I remember when I was about 15 how much I wanted to get a driver license, but when I turned 16 something changed and I no longer had any desire for it. To make matters worse, my family specifically my grandmother, kept bugging me about it,etc. It eventually got on my nerves allot as nearly everytime I got in her car she'd nag me about it 24/7. Things got so bad once that I yelled at her to shut up about it.

I'm older now... and I think I partially know why I don't want to learn how to drive anymore...
It's complicated, but I'm scared. I'm scared and I dislike cars. I'm worried about getting into accidents and suddenly forgetting about everything I know including who I am. I have some "health issues" and I'm terrified that they might interfere while I'm driving... There's allot of money that goes into taking care of them and I don't think I have that sort of money... There are environmental, weight and safety factors. So many things and I know that I wouldn't be able to handle all of that stress.... I'm going college next year so, there will probably be more stress added on me to learn how to drive. I would rather have a bike if anything else, but I'm starting to think that it'll be impossible too. I don't know what to do anymore. IIN?

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  • GuessWho
    11 years ago

    Try it, it's easier than you think. After you get used to it, it requires almost no concentration.

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  • Soup1090
    11 years ago

    I too was very nervous and didn't enjoy driving at all. I put off getting my license until my parents forced me to get it over the summer. The key to success for me was to get a driving instructor. This is a surprisingly common thing and it helped me a lot. I would strongly recommend you find and get a good driving instructor. Driving is absolutely no problem and doesn't make me the least bit nervous now!

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  • lalaaa
    11 years ago

    This is sooooo meee!!!
    I will never drive

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  • boehawk
    11 years ago

    My daughter is 37 and doesn't drive . She knows how to drive , her husband taught her years ago but she just doesn't feel safe doing it . With the buses , BART , walking , me and her husband driving she can get most anyplace she wants to. Not everyone can safely drive , sadly most terrible drivers think they drive just fine and some of them cause accidents and never realize it. You should try to learn to drive but if you don't feel safe doing it once you learn ,then don't drive . I just wish more ppl knew their limits .

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  • bethhunt188
    11 years ago

    My cousin didn't get his license till he was 21, and his brother had to basically force him to do so. Idk if it's "normal" but it's definitely less common. Most kids wanna get their license as soon as they are 16

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  • BurnaBaby27
    11 years ago

    Aww, relax. It's a breeze once you get the hang of it. You're smart. Think of all the idiots that somehow managed to get their licenses. That should motivate you. Good luck!

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  • drumandpickchick
    11 years ago

    It's really not bad. Just get out there and do it. I know of two adults that choose not to drive, and the burden they put on others is unfair and annoying. They do occasionally take the bus but mainly for things that are planned in advance. They're always asking for rides and they never pitch in for gas to drive them around. I did someone a favor one time and that was the last time I'll drive anyone around that refuses to grow up and get a car.

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  • ValleyofVung
    11 years ago

    All the things you've listed are perfectly acceptable reasons why someone wouldn't want to learn how to drive.

    I have my license, but more so for piece of mind; to know that I don't have to rely on anyone for lifts (can't carry shopping on a bike) or that I can drive competently if the situation demanded.

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