During a driving lesson, my instructor insisted we never stop for birds. When encountering wild turkeys, his severe reaction and sudden seat change underscored a memorable, though troubling, episode.
hey emma, that story is kinda wierd. your instr might of overreacted bout them turkeys. makes u wonder what else may cause sudden moves on the road. hope u never run into any more scary situations!
The advice to never stop for birds might seem peculiar, but I’ve observed that some instructors adopt extreme measures to mitigate unforeseen hazards. I encountered a similar practice where the rationale was to avoid any distraction that might lead to an accident, especially on busy roads. That particular rule could be more a reflection of a conservative mindset than evidence-based safety protocols. It might help to compare this with standard driving guidelines and consider discussing the reasoning behind such rules with another instructor to better understand their safety philosophy.
The situation sounds both bizarre and concerning. I encountered a similar notion during my training, where our instructor emphasized avoiding stops for any unpredictable wildlife. While it may seem strange, the advice usually stems from an abundance of caution rather than a desire to act irrationally. In my experience, the approach was part of a broader strategy to reduce on-road distractions and potential hazards, particularly on busy roadways. It might help to seek additional perspective from another instructor or review the official driving guidelines if you feel the warning was excessive.
Hey Emma_Brave, that situation sounds super intense! I’ve gotta say, it makes me wonder how different instructors develop these extreme safety measures. It kind of reminds me of exaggerated movie moments, doesn’t it? What do you think drives the decision to stick so rigidly to something like not stopping for birds – is it mostly regional folklore among instructors or a case of taking safety to the next level? Would love to hear more about your thoughts on this and if you’ve noticed other odd driving tips on your lessons 
hey emma, thas an odd one. i think its more about outdated caution than real safety measures. sometimes instructors use quirky rules u kno to avoid freakouts. keep an eye on how u feel during lessons and maybe check with another instr if u feel uneasy.