In this podcast, we discuss how my friend, who has autism, got her driver's license at the age of 31. We delve into her experiences, from her first attempts to pass, to the challenges of driving lessons, the exam, and the medical examination. We reflect on the learning process and give practical tips for people in the same situation. Topics covered: The beginning of her driving story and the first attempt Reasons for getting the driver's license and experiences with the first driving lessons Dangerous situations while learning to drive and preparing for the exam Medical examination and the experience with a psychologist Additional costs, driving test at the CBR and discussions about diagnoses Her first experiences as a driver and the decision to go for an automatic The importance of perseverance, self-confidence and good instruction Theory exam tips, driving lessons and the impact of getting the driver's license Total costs and tips for choosing a driving school And of course the snack of the week! Listen along to this inspiring story full of personal development, challenges and victories! Driving school Ghislaine: https://www.verkeersschoolgopro.nl/ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:23 - Beginning of the driving license story 00:00:52 - First attempt to get a driving license 00:01:49 - Reasons to get a driving license 00:03:01 - First driving lessons 00:04:16 - Experience with the first driving instructor 00:06:22 - First experience with dangerous situations 00:07:50 - Preparation for the driving test 00:07:58 - Experience with the driving test 00:08:20 - Reflection on the driving lessons and the learning process 00:08:48 - Background and personal development 00:10:50 - Medical examination and health declaration 00:11:42 - Experience with the psychologist and costs 00:12:04 - The process of the medical inspection 00:13:35 - Reflection on the medical examination 00:13:38 - Additional costs and driving test at the CBR 00:15:03 - Discussion about diagnosis and costs 00:16:16 - Safety of autistic drivers 00:16:48 - First experiences with driving and failure 00:17:02 - Decision to get a driver's license due to negative public transport experiences 00:18:50 - Searching for a suitable driving school 00:19:26 - Decision to drive an automatic 00:20:12 - Start of driving lessons 00:20:07 - First impression of the driving instructor 00:21:23 - First period of driving lessons and doubts 00:22:25 - The importance of perseverance and self-confidence 00:23:33 - The unique approach of the driving instructor 00:24:36 - Reflection on the driving experience and the Importance of good instruction 00:25:24 - Total number of driving lessons 00:25:55 - Learning theory and tips 00:26:27 - Experience with Theory Toppers 00:27:04 - Experience with the exam 00:27:30 - Importance of practice exams 00:27:38 - The importance of repetition and refreshing 00:28:41 - Impact of obtaining a driver's license 00:30:33 - Cost of the driver's license 00:30:58 - Experience with the driving test 00:31:16 - Tips for learning to drive 00:31:22 - Tips for choosing a driving school 00:34:59 - Snack of the week 00:36:12 - Wrapping up Collaborate or have a question? ???? [email protected] Support this podcast? ???? http://vetgezellig.shop Listen to the podcast? ???? https://shorturl.at/gmqCM Welcome to Ook Vet Gezellig, our personal channel where daily adventures meet humor and deep conversations. Here you will find our podcast, where we talk unfiltered about life, and vlogs that offer a glimpse behind the scenes of our daily existence. Subscribe and share in the laughter, discussion and coziness of life with Alwin and Ghislaine! ????️????