Do you suffer from Road Rage?
Here’s how to tell.
Road rage is a serious problem on our highways and streets, and sometimes, even the most placid of drivers can experience it from time to time. Here’s a humorous little quiz to rate your potential for road rage.
1. I find driving to be:
a) Fun and relaxing
b) Relaxing when I’m alone on the road, but nerve wracking in city traffic
c) Challenging but dangerous
d) A good place where I can really let loose and express myself
e) A place where I show the rest of the world what a bunch of incompetents they are
2. My driving skills are:
a) Good
b) Great
c) Better than most on the road
d) Superior
e) I am the best; no one comes close to my skills
3. You are driving down the road going your usual speed
when you spot a woman putting on her makeup. Do you:
a) Laugh and continue on your way
b) Drive by and give her a dirty look
c) Speed past her and yell ‘Forget it; it won’t help!’
d) Speed past and yell obscenities
e) Same as‘d’ but also cut in front of her and slam on the brakes
We often joke about Road Rage, but it is a serious problem. Road Rage can result in collisions, assault, altercations, injuries, and even death. If people drive responsibly, they can help make our roads safer from Road Rage. Here are a few tips to help you combat the signs of Road Rage:
- Leave your problems at home or work.
Don’t let them consume you while you’re driving
- Plan your route ahead of time so there is little frustrations with directions
- Make several stops to refocus on long drives
- Be courteous in busy intersections
- Don’t get mad or retaliate towards other drivers’ mistakes
Be safe out there – and remember, if you think you’re being followed, don’t drive home – go to the nearest police station or busy public place.
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