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Blind Spots of the Mind: The Psychological Biases Behind Young Driver Risk
Why do younger drivers take more risks? Why are they so tragically overrepresented in the KSI (Killed or Seriously Injured) statistics? It’s not just about inexperience behind the wheel—it’s what’s happening inside their heads. In this blog, we’ll explore the hidden psychological biases that shape young driver behaviour, how they quietly contribute to devastating outcomes, and introduce a new way to challenge them—through coaching-based driver training. 📉 The Statistics That
Steve King
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What’s Really Holding You Back from Giving Your Best on Your Part 3 or Standards Check?
Lack of Knowledge – or Fear of Failure? At The Calm Instructor, we often hear instructors say, “I know what to do, but when the...
Steve King
Sep 52 min read


Rethinking KSI: From Fear to Empowerment
In road safety conversations, KSI usually stands for Killed or Seriously Injured. It’s a sobering metric. The numbers are important — but...
Steve King
Aug 102 min read


Introducing The Calm Instructor Group: A Personal Journey to Calm Confidence
In our world as instructors, trainers, and coaches, we spend a lot of time sharpening our skills. Lesson plans. Fault analysis. Route...
Steve King
Aug 35 min read


🚗 Why Do Drivers Act Strangely Around Learners?
Calm Instructor’s Perspective on Understanding, Not Blaming Have you ever been in the car with a learner driver when suddenly another...
Steve King
Jul 283 min read


Something’s Coming…
And it might just change how you see the Standards Check forever. We’ve been quietly working on something behind the scenes. Something...
Steve King
Jul 272 min read


Patience Is Power: Why Good Things Still Take Time
In an age of one-click convenience and instant updates, patience can feel like an outdated virtue. We’re constantly nudged to move...
Steve King
Jul 262 min read


Why Separating the 3 Parts of Your ADI Qualification Can Increase Nervousness—and Lower Your Chances of Passing Part 3
As driving instructors aiming to earn the Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) badge, many of us focus intensely on passing the three-part...
Steve King
Jul 253 min read


“It’s a Journey, Not a Race” — Managing Learner Expectations the Calm Way
As driving instructors, one of the most powerful tools we can offer our learners isn’t just technical skill — it’s perspective. In an age...
Steve King
Jul 252 min read


🚦 Roundabouts for Part 3 or the Standards Check: A Good Choice or a Risky One?
When preparing for your Part 3 or Standards Check, choosing the right lesson topic can make or break your success. A popular choice among...
Steve King
Jul 253 min read
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