The average American spends over 200 hours a year commuting. This isn't just "lost time"; it is a physiological event. Studies have shown that a long commute in heavy traffic can raise cortisol levels more than a high-stakes meeting at work. This "commuter stress" doesn't stay in the car; it follows the driver into the office and back home to their family.
To combat this, we must reframe the commute. Instead of a "battle" to be won, it should be a transition period. The rise of Audible and high-quality podcasts has turned the car into a mobile classroom or sanctuary. When we change the "driver" from an angry competitor to a relaxed listener, we reduce the likelihood of impulsive, aggressive maneuvers that lead to accidents.
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