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February 09, 2009

Reduce Stress While Driving

Stressful Driving Driving can be stressful. Whether it’s because you are traveling with kids or you are stuck in traffic, there are a number of things that can cause your stress level to go through the roof. So instead of letting little details cause harmful stress levels, here are a few tips on how you can relax and enjoy the ride:

Allow some extra time. Running late is one of the primary reasons people speed-and a major cause of increased blood pressure on the road today. Because traffic, car crashes, detours and other surprises can cause any trip to take longer than planned, one of the best ways to make driving less stressful is to allow plenty of time to reach a destination.

Make that vehicle a sanctuary. Everyone has the occasional rough day, but it is possible for people to leave business and personal cares behind once they slide behind the wheel. The key is to create an inviting, relaxing environment. For instance, an in-seat massage unit can help relieve sore muscles after a tough day at the office or at the gym.

More tips for de-stressing on the road.

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