Driving Advises or Life Lessons from Dad?

The place I learned how to drive a vehicle was the same place I learned how to ride a bicycle. A new set of wheels, but the same trainer: my dad. School is out, and with no students around, the streets were clear and the parking lots vacant, providing the ideal platform for our driving session. My dad’s go-to place for the guaranteed vacancy was a lot behind a few older dorms that sat on campus’s outskirts. Before taking my first slow laps around the vacant lot, I felt comforted by the cyclical nature of time, clicking my seat belt together with the very same nerves as my plastic floral helmet. In both thoughts, my dad is encouraging me by my side with a glowing smile and reassuring hands, reminding me of the most important things:

1 step at a time

When you attempt anything for the first time and are overwhelmed by it, all you’ve got to do is focusing on the first step, then move on to the next step—just one step at a time, like a baby learning to walk. Buckle up.

Take your time, don’t rush it

It’s much better to do something right even if it requires a bit more time. It is better for your security AND for your sanity. Nobody likes to make stupid mistakes and pay for them later, especially on the road.

Know the rules and follow them

When you are tempted to push the limits, ask yourself: is it worthwhile? You can prevent accidents with no extra effort: just simply do what you are supposed to.

Focus on the right thing, the only thing that is driving

You will always face distractions, but remain focused on what is most important. You would not want to bump into the car in front of you because you’re too busy fixing your sunroof or turning your music up and did not see it come to a halt.

Be nice to others

Let people in when it is crowded; give them a wave if they do the same for you. Treat others how you would like to be treated, and the street is going to become a nicer (and safer) place to be.

Take responsibility for your own action

You won’t understand how quickly you are going or how near a vehicle is until it is too late. Switch these negative experiences around by learning from them and recognizing areas where you can improve.

Stay calm and trust yourself

Regardless of what situation you end up in, trust that you have the knowledge to manage it. It’s easy to feel fearful or unsure once you’re handed liberty: but remember you got it and would not have gotten it without mastering the materials to do so.

Watch a this fun driving lesson on Facebook here => https://www.facebook.com/LADbible/videos/453730368843748/

Dads, they’re always there when you want them, willing to give a helping hand or teach a valuable lesson. They’re there for you at each stage of existence, and there is no exception when it is time to hand over the car keys.

Here are some of the other real dads sharing their best driving advice for first-time drivers:

“When an ongoing car’s headlight glare is too much to look directly on, look down toward the painted line of the road until that car passes you” – Michael G.

“When the police officer talks, you listen” – Les M.

“Do what you must not to let your cell phone become a distraction. that means no messages, no music, no notification from social media, etc…” – Amet S.

“Focus on the road ahead but mind your surrounding” – Jelath B.

“Use your mirrors, don’t neglected them” – Morbi G.

“All the seat belts must be fastened before your foot is on the gas pedal” – Anthony S.

We love and appreciate all dads. Thank you for all that you do!