Released on: July 3, 2008, 7:55 am

Press Release Author: Jamie Nickolson, Strategic Vision, LLC

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Press Release Summary: Learning to Drive is As Scary, Fun, and Altogether Crazy As
Life Itself

Press Release Body: Just three weeks ago, I bravely faced the open road in a vehicle
that read "Student Driver" on the top of it. I took my place as one of the
courageous souls who travel the country upon the highways of America: drivers. Okay,
so it isn't all that incredible, but being able to drive is a part of life for many
people, and it does teach some pretty important lessons.
For example, you're cruising along on your way to the shore with the top down, the
radio on, and your mom in the front seat (at least until you turn seventeen, New
Jersey rule). You're paying attention to everything you have to be paying attention
to: the road, the signs that say "Rest Stop, exit 3", the other cars around you.
You stop and think, What else does all this stuff mean? Unless, of course, you
aren't like me and are actually paying attention to the fact that traffic is backed
up for 30 miles.
So, while you sit there, you realize that life is like a trip to the beach. (Or
"down the shore" if you live nearby me. Again, another New Jersey thing, like
tomatoes.) Life can take you to the most beautiful, enjoyable place in the world,
if you know how to get there. The first thing you have to do is pull out of your
driveway. If you don't get on the road, you'll never get there! The same is true
with your everyday life. Do you have a goal? A dream? Get on the road! Don't just
sit at home imagining what would happen if you took a chance. Pull out of your
driveway and put the car in drive. (Figuratively, of course.)
The next thing you have to do is figure out how to get there. A good way to start
is by planning ahead. Grab a MapQuest roadmap beforehand. It's always good to
figure out your best route first. Then, follow the road signs when you aren't sure
which way to go. Life has the same rules. Plan ahead before you leave. Take some
time to analyze the best way of achieving your goal. Let's say you wish to open the
best bakery around. First, you might have to go to school to learn about owning and
operating a business. Plan it out! Then, when you are unsure about something,
others' advice could help a whole lot, as long as you use your own judgment, as
well.
So, you've made it to the highway! Hooray! You're finally in the fast lane on your
way to the beach! The most important thing to do here is watch the road and the
other cars around you. It can get pretty dangerous in the fast lane, and you want
to stay as safe as possible. Once again, you can apply this symbolically. (Either
that, or I didn't get enough sleep last night.) You always have to keep your eyes
on the road. If you get distracted by a squirrel or a shiny antennae topper, you
could easily get hurt. Likewise, if you get distracted from your goal in any way,
it could hurt your chances of achieving it. Also, if you have to pull over for
something-anything-you need to make sure you get back on the road again. Nothing of
little importance should distract you from the big picture.
Ahh, success! You made it through the highway and are now cruising up to the
parking lot right next to the sand and the waves. The sun is shining, the seagulls
are screaming, and the little girl walking by is covered in chocolate ice cream.
You made it! Now you can relax and enjoy the beautiful day. When you make it to
your dream, your bakery is open, and you can sit back and enjoy your success, there
is still one more thing you need to do. You need to say "thanks". It doesn't really
matter who you say it to. You could say it to your professors at that college you
worked so hard to get into, your parents for letting you bake cookies every day
since you were three, or even your employees for doing such a great job every day.
Just be grateful for achieving your goal!
So, the next time you sit in traffic, whether you're in the driver's seat, the
passenger seat, or in the back squeezed between two little brothers fighting over
the last French fry, take a minute to think about how you can apply everything
around you to your own life. Just don't think for too long, or you'll miss your
turn.


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