When you blame others, you give away your power to get something fixed – so instead involve people to create something greater than the problem you are trying to solve.
The most effective ways to counter sleepiness are to drink two cups of caffeinated coffee and to take a short nap (up to 15 minutes). The safest option is to avoid driving when sleepy.
When driving, plan your journey to take sufficient breaks. A minimum break of at least 15 minutes after every two hours of driving is recommended to minimise the risk of getting tired.
By responding passively, individuals are more inclined to portray themselves in a negative light or put themselves down and, as a result, may actually come to feel inferior to others.
Never make a permanent decision based on a temporary mood.
Responding in a passive or non-assertive way tends to mean compliance with the wishes of others and can undermine individual rights and self-confidence.
When you are living in the moment, you know that this moment leads to the next one; that life is a series of connected moments. You make conscious decisions – based on your beliefs and values – and you take responsibility for your choices.
When you are living for the moment, there are no potential consequences. You do something that makes you feel good right now, in this moment. But often, it’s a surprise to find out that there are consequences to pay.
When you feel anxious in a new situation and are unsure of what to do, look through the messages on this website to see which ones help.
Driver fatigue crashes are about 50% more likely to result in death or serious injury as they tend to be high speed impacts because a driver who has fallen asleep cannot brake or swerve to avoid or reduce the impact.