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Step 1
Document incidents. Note the license plate number, the section of the road where the incident occured, the vehicle make and year and the people involved. This allows you to report dangerous drivers and end road rage.
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Step 2
Stay calm behind the wheel. Breathing exercises can help control anger. Stress levels rise when traffic gets backed up, and other drivers behave rudely. Concentrate on breathing until you feel calmer.
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Step 3
Put on some tunes. Instead of sitting in a silent car with nothing but the sounds of the traffic annoying you, turn on some upbeat music. Music can help you keep your mind off the drive and singing along can help you smile.
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Step 4
Relax your muscles. Gripping the wheel, slouching, and arching your back to stare at those around you tenses your body, and that will effect your mood. Sit back at a comfortable distance from the wheel and hold the wheel just enough to steer effectively.
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Step 5
Leave earlier. Traffic is going to be worst at certain times every day. Note those high traffic periods and avoid them. Give yourself enough time to get somewhere so that you aren't already stressed when you get behind the wheel.
