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3 Ways To Stay Calm In A Traffic Jam

November 15, 2016

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Everyone that can drive has been stuck in a traffic jam at least once in their lifetime. I am so happy that I am out of the city and in the country now. Traffic jams were not for me.

Angry Driver

I remember having to drive my morning commute. I hated it so much because not only was it super early, but the traffic was insane. People were cutting me off, rude people were tailing me and one time I even spun out in the middle of an intersection because of someone stopping so quickly. Oh, I hated those days of morning traffic!

3 Ways To Stay Calm In A Traffic Jam

Since I have so much experience with traffic jams, I wanted to share 3 Ways To Stay Calm In A Traffic Jam. These are just a few things I did to help me zone out on the world outside my vehicle!

1.Turn on music that makes you feel good. The louder the better if you are wanting to drown out the world around you. I loved using my earphones. So soothing and much better than listening to the traffic outside my car! Yuck.

ear phones and music

2.Chew gum. I know that sounds weird, but chewing a really yummy piece of gum when I got stuck in traffic helped me to calm down and not clench my jaw and get all anxious feeling.

Chew Gum Gum Balls

3.Coffee!!!!! I always made sure I had my fresh cup of coffee at my side in a traffic jam. I would put my wad of gum on the top of my coffee cup and drink my coffee throughout my commute. Then I would chew my gum again. I know, I am weird, but it worked for me!

coffee in a white cup

What Are Some Tips You Can Offer, When You Get Stuck In A Traffic Jam?

 

Posted by Kim 25 Comments
Filed Under: Archives, Travel Tagged: cars, tips, traffic, traffic jam, Travel, traveling, vehicles

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Comments

  1. Leela says

    December 5, 2016 at 9:56 pm

    Music helps a lot.

    Reply
  2. Jerry Marquardt says

    December 5, 2016 at 9:53 pm

    It is very hard to stay calm when traffic isn’t very permitting. I thank you for your post to try and control my feelings when I need to stay more calm.

    Reply
  3. Richard Hicks says

    December 5, 2016 at 9:45 pm

    Staying calm can be a challenge! Yep music does help to sooth the savage beast. LOL!

    Reply
  4. Trish F says

    December 5, 2016 at 9:15 pm

    Yep, if I have my coffee…I’m happy. And something to listen to is a must too. Only thing I think here in NJ it is against the law to wear earphones while driving, I guess they think you need to be able to hear if someone is honking to warn you of a possible accident.

    Reply
  5. Buddy Garrett says

    December 5, 2016 at 2:01 pm

    Music is my remedy. I hate driving in our metropolitan area. Traffic gets worse all the time.

    Reply
  6. Dana Matthews says

    December 5, 2016 at 11:15 am

    Music is key for me. Of course, I live in a small town and don’t encounter many traffic jams but staying calm is good…in all situations!

    Reply
  7. Onyinye Elochukwu says

    December 5, 2016 at 9:20 am

    Music helps me a lot.

    Reply
  8. Angelia Taylor says

    December 5, 2016 at 6:48 am

    Good music

    Reply
  9. melody hodge says

    December 4, 2016 at 7:10 pm

    I always carry my coffee with me where ever I go so when Im stuck in traffic, Im relaxing with my coffee and music.

    Reply
  10. Joy Venters says

    December 4, 2016 at 5:13 pm

    I listen to the news – that is the only chance I get to catch up on things

    Reply
  11. Cynthia R says

    November 30, 2016 at 11:29 am

    I am not too bad in a traffic jam, I normally listen to music, check my email, etc. As long as I have a phone to call someone to let them know I am going to be late it takes some of the pressure off.

    Reply
  12. ali says

    November 30, 2016 at 9:08 am

    Good music keeps me happy!

    Reply
  13. Amy says

    November 23, 2016 at 7:01 pm

    Music or an audio book by Carolyn Brown!

    Reply
  14. Darlene Carbajal says

    November 22, 2016 at 7:45 pm

    Music helps!

    Reply
  15. marilynnawara says

    November 22, 2016 at 4:34 pm

    Good tips. I don’t get too upset about traffic, but I know a few people that could use these tips plus about 10 more.

    Reply
  16. gracefulcoffee says

    November 20, 2016 at 6:35 pm

    All great tips! Coffee always helps.

    Reply
  17. According to Ashley Bree says

    November 19, 2016 at 12:39 pm

    I love music and it helps soothe the soul.(:

    Reply
  18. Julie Lundstrom says

    November 19, 2016 at 12:31 pm

    My daughter needs this for she has no patience when it comes to driving.

    Reply
  19. vickie couturier says

    November 19, 2016 at 6:09 am

    i listen to audio books it is very relaxing

    Reply
  20. Julie says

    November 17, 2016 at 7:14 pm

    I love the music tip! Music really can put me in a good mood.

    Reply
  21. Mia says

    November 17, 2016 at 1:32 pm

    Music certainly the way for me to keep calm.

    Reply
  22. Accontests6 says

    November 17, 2016 at 3:59 am

    Music really helps.

    Reply
  23. Jennifer Bellotti says

    November 17, 2016 at 3:32 am

    Music really does help when you are stressing while in traffic.

    Reply
  24. Cindy says

    November 16, 2016 at 9:25 pm

    Singing to my favorite songs helps me in traffic.

    Reply
  25. Lula Ruger says

    November 16, 2016 at 4:35 pm

    The music is definatley helpful Thanks for the post

    Reply

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