Starting out in trucking again

by Molly
(Longview, WA)

I have already passed trucking school, obtained my cdl and drove with Schneider western 11 (basically Sumner, wa to Rialto, ca 4 times) for couple weeks. I was fine driving but became nauseated and nervous getting back in the truck after a few days off or break to get rolling on road again.

I am 23yo female in decent shape. I had a semi truck follow me try cutting me off road from where I slept at in weed airport road ca rest area. I had other drivers knock on door and slash tire. I had a near critical event going 25mph on off ramp. I seen accidents to where car parts were spread from south I-5 to north I-5.

I know this is part of the job. I enjoyed the freedom and traveling but felt anxiety. I thought about teaming because I am a good driver but feel better having someone to talk to or not be alone however I heard a lot of teams that turned me away.

My backing is not the sharpest, could use more practice in that. I avoided truck stops. I'm not sure what I am asking other than myself if the comfortable comes eventually or if I would stay tense.

You are welcome to email ward.molly11@gmail.com