If emotions hinder your ability to drive safely, what should you do?

When emotions interfere with your ability to drive safely, the best course of action is to pull over and take a moment to calm yourself. This allows you to assess your emotional state and regain control before continuing to drive. Driving while experiencing strong emotions can lead to impaired judgment, increased risk-taking, and a higher likelihood of accidents. By stopping in a safe location, you can focus on calming techniques, such as deep breathing or taking a break, which can help restore your concentration and composure.

Continuing to drive while emotionally distressed could dangerously jeopardize not just your safety, but also the safety of others on the road. Seeking external help or practicing driving in a less stimulating environment, while potentially beneficial in other contexts, does not directly address the immediate need to ensure safe driving while you are experiencing heightened emotions.