With all the traffic on the road today, no wonder it is stressful to get behind the wheel. By the time you reach your destination, you could quite possibly be tired, angry, tense and miserable. Taking steps to reduce the amount of stress you receive when behind the wheel, is beneficial to both yourself and those around you.
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Instructions
Things You'll Need
Computer with Internet access
Map of your local area
Public transportation information, maps, tokens, etc.
Carpool members' phone numbers
Bike
Avoid driving during certain hours. Mornings 6:00 and 9:00, and evening hours between 4:00 and 6:00, are often the busiest times on the road.
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Take a different route. Use Google map, Mapquest or an ordinary paper road map to find another way to reach your destination.
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Try public transportation. Even if you can't avoid being in the traffic, you can avoid being the driver. City buses, subways, trains and trolleys are all excellent choices. This way you can sip your coffee and read the paper, all while avoiding the stress traffic can bring to the driver.
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Carpool with co-workers or friends. Like using public transportation, you are not required to be the driver 100 percent of the time. But unlike public transportation, you are with friends and close acquaintances. Another bonus is that carpooling may make you feel safer than driving by yourself or using public transportation.
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Ride a bike to your destinations. If all else fails, you could always ride a bike if your destination is within a distance you are willing to pedal your way to.
Tips & Warnings
Listen to the radio and watch the news for auto accidents. This will help you avoid the areas the accidents occured.
Be aware that when using maps, even online maps, they may not be current with construction projects or other highway plans.
Construction is a necessary part of maintaining our roads and highways. From filling potholes to giving roads a completely new surface, construction...
