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\n<\/a>Traffic, tailgating, slow drivers and ignorant manoeuvring are just some of the things that can lead to stress behind the wheel writes Suzanne Keane<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

It may seem safe to scream and shout at other drivers from the confines of your own car but the anger hangs around long after they\u2019ve driven away and that\u2019s only going to stress you out!<\/p>\n

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  1. Awareness<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Keep your eyes on other drivers. If they seem distracted or disorientated keep a safe distance to avoid any hairy moments. Avoid using your phone when possible (including a hands free kit) and even if you have passengers in the car watch the road, not them.<\/p>\n

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    1. Aggression<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      If someone does something that annoys you take a deep breath, feel free to call them an idiot under your breath and move on!<\/p>\n

      On the other hand if you feel someone is driving aggressively behind you, pull over when it\u2019s safe and let them become someone else\u2019s problem. \u00a0It\u2019s very tempting to take on drivers like this but the safest thing to do is to let them get on their way so they become a distant memory of your journey! (However if they become threatening and won\u2019t drive away from you go to a public place or Garda station straight away).<\/p>\n

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      1. Calm<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        If you\u2019re tense or stressed before you get into your car it\u2019s not going to improve \u2013 especially if you have a busy commute. Take a few minutes to relax before you set off, listen to some music and take a few deep breaths.<\/p>\n

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        1. Do as I say not as I do<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          The best way to avoid stress on the road is to drive in a safe and courteous manner yourself! As tempting as it may be to bully that slow driver into the hard shoulder or shout at the cyclist that just pulled out in front of you without warning don\u2019t \u2013 and remember it\u2019s not the end of the world if you\u2019re not the first off the line at traffic lights!<\/p>\n

          Suzanne Keane<\/strong><\/p>\n

          3rd August, 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n

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