I've tried handling my driving anxiety but one embarrassing incident has ruined what was supposed to be a relaxing, enjoyable, week off.
I was anxious about driving to a family event but I knew I had to do it at some point so I did. I got to the venue, my anxiety lifted and in the relief of that, what did dumbo do next? Lock my car keys in the car. I couldn't even muster the words to ask for help (my wife did that) as I tried to resolve the situation in some vain hope a door was open. I had to receive help, that got the job done but the story was known to my family and the embarrassment ensued. Since then I've been in a negative mood - not enjoying anything and wishing I was at work, and I'm not overly enthused with work either.
I can barely muster any conversation and encouragement and to think I was looking forward to a week off to spend time with my family, and trying to handle my driving anxiety.