Nice in Traffic

This last week it has been my goal to be nicer in traffic. It partly extends from my need to be a more defensive driver - and part from just trying to be kinder on the road.

All week long, I have let people merge in front of my on the highway, instead of blocking them out. When in line to go through a stop light, I make sure I don't block any of the side streets - so others can make a turn.

I've also have not used more horn - at all!! (Not that I am constantly on my horn - but I did used to give a little beep when people drove slow in the left lane!)

What I've noticed is that I have been a lot less stressed out driving through traffic. A lot more aware of how others are driving, and slam on my brakes a whole lot less.

Maybe being nice on the road is bring my blood pressure down a bit. Or maybe, it is all in my mind - I don't know - I don't care - cause it has been a lot more relaxing to drive lately.

Oh, and of course - someone has created a website about nice driving :-) www.drivenice.org