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Step 1
Step one – drive away from the situation as soon (and as safely) as possible.
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Step 2
While it may be difficult, be polite. Ask yourself, could this person just being having a bad day and attempting to cope with it in this way?
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Step 3
Look away. Do not ever look the aggressor in the eye. Looking them in the eye will only make them more angry.
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Step 4
This is another difficult task, but slow down. Try to put some distance between you and the aggressor.
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Step 5
Do not roll down your windows.
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Step 6
Take a slow deep breath in and release it slowly out.
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Step 7
Keep moving. Never ever get out of your car and confront the aggressor.
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Step 8
Do not drive home.
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Step 9
If the aggressor curses at you, do not respond.
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Step 10
Do not speak or mouth any words. They may be interpreted incorrectly by the aggressor.
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Step 11
Drive to a crowded area. If the aggressor follows you, honk your horn or do anything you can to call attention to yourself.
