My name is Jordan and I have several disabilities, and the #iDare team are helping me blog about my life and how I am trying to overcome them. So this month I wanted to tell you about me learning to drive.

How I felt about learning how to drive?

When I first started learning how to drive, I felt very nervous and scared. This is because I was worried about other road users and little bit worried about being in control of the car. My instructor reassured me that everything would be okay.

Did I find anything difficult?

What I found most difficult was the gears. I felt I had to remember too much at once. But I think practice makes perfect. I now find driving far less difficult as I’m in an automatic and I don’t have to do as much when driving.

Does my health effect my driving?

I don’t feel my health effects my driving at all, but I wanted to learn to drive as I sometimes find difficult to walk far and my breathing difficulties further effects this.

How do I feel about taking the test?

I do feel nervous, but my family reassure me. They advise me that its just the same as a normal lesson. I can’t wait to get it over and done with so I can drive anywhere I want by myself.

How long have I been learning?

I’ve had 40 hours of lessons. I’ve really enjoyed the lessons so far.

The reason I want to Drive?

Freedom. This is important to me because my health issues often limit my sense of freedom. I also can’t wait to drive past the bus stop

rather than wait at it. I think being able to drive would make it easier for my health too. Being able to get into the car instead would mean I would be less exhausted during the day. This would mean I can spend longer with my friends.

How does my family feel about me learning how to drive?

My family really support me as they know that it will help with my health as I mentioned I wont be as tired after volunteering and meeting friends. They are looking forward to me having the independence that comes with driving.