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Georgie's avatar

I've never driven, and moved to an area 4 years ago that's notorious for 'needing a car'. When I relocated and bought my flat, I assumed I would have to get over my hatred of driving and get a car like everyone else. However, I also thought long and hard about the flat's location to avoid driving as much as possible: walking distance to a train station, bus stop, and the town centre, yes please. I also got an e-bike and while I'm still nervous of riding it on roads, it's given me so much freedom and adventure. I've definitely benefited from having family nearby who drive (and now my partner, who lives with me and needs a van for his business), but I probably car-share once a week or less. I love not needing to drive, and now have no intention of ever getting my own car!

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joe tankersley's avatar

"the trick is to go ahead and live it." Great advice and another reminder that building a better tomorrow is about so many small practical steps and much less about grand poltical visions. Thank you for the inspirations.

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