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Distracted driving is a constant issue across the country. People consistently find ways to distract themselves while behind the wheel. We should never put our lives or the lives of others at risk to answer a text message or change the radio station; let’s take a second to explore the dangers of distracted driving and how to handle some common situations. Several different types of distractions can lead to danger while driving. There are visual and auditory distractions, like looking at a billboard or listening to music at a high volume. Manual distractions, such as eating, require us to remove our hands from the steering wheel. Finally, cognitive distractions, like road rage or daydreaming, take our focus away from the road. Texting while driving is one of the most dangerous forms of distracted driving because it involves every type of distraction. You pull your hand off the wheel to grab your phone, your eyes off the road to read a message, and your focus away from your current action while trying to compose a response. If you want to avoid the temptation to text while driving, turn your phone off and put it in the glove compartment or center console so it’s out of sight and out of mind. There are other common distractions you might not consider. Parents turning around in their seat while driving to discipline their kids should instead pull over to address whatever issues arise. Pulling into a gas station or parking lot is safer than pulling over to the shoulder. We’ve worked on countless cases where someone dropped something and crashed while reaching for it. If it’s not an immediate concern, leave it be until you get to your destination. You should also be aware of your emotions while behind the wheel. Driving after getting an emotional phone call can be a recipe for disaster. If you find out a parent has cancer, someone you care about was in a wreck, or some other emotionally distressing news, have someone else drive. Ask your spouse, neighbor, or friend. It’s the safest option. Hands on the Wheel, Focus on the Road FIGHT THE URGE TO MULTITASK BEHIND THE WHEEL
Ginger Veggie Stir Fry
INGREDIENTS •
4 tbsp vegetable oil, divided 2 tsp fresh chopped ginger root, divided 2 cloves garlic, crushed
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3/4 cup julienned carrots
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1/2 cup snow peas
1/2 cup halved green beans
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3 tbsp water
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
1/4 cup chopped onions
1/2 tsp salt
DIRECTIONS 1. In a large bowl, mix 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp ginger, garlic, and cornstarch. 2. Add broccoli, carrots, snow peas, and green beans, and toss lightly. 3. Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes. 4. Stir in water and soy sauce. Add onion, salt, and the remaining ginger; cook and stir until the vegetables are crisp and tender.
We shouldn’t take distracted driving lightly. By taking preventive measures, we can make the roads safer for all!
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