Changing The Dreaded Commute
Author: Dr. M. Mastria

How do you change something that you have become so accustom to
dreading and turn it into a positive experience and force in
your life? Many of you would look at this ad think that it
isn't possible. But, in a few simple steps there is a way to
turn your commute into a healthy and fulfilling experience.

So you ask, "What will I do about it?" The answer is
complicated by what is realistic to do and what you are willing
to do. Let's take distance. It's not realistic to think of how
to shorten the distance if you continue to work for the same
company and you are not willing or can't change companies. So,
what to do? Actually, there are a number of things that can be
done to make the travel more comfortable, less taxing and even
beneficial! And this is true for anything that is making the
commute difficult.

Attitude, or perception, is everything. Without a good
attitude, everything is harder - paying the bills, cleaning the
bathroom, even traveling to work. When we look for problems, we
find them. I am suggesting that the first and primary change
that will help bring a good commute is working on changing your
attitude toward it. Remembering that you did choose to take this
job that is X miles from home actually puts you back in control
of the situation and takes you out of the victim role. If
you're like most of us, you will feel empowered by using your
right to choose.

A change in attitude might have you view your commute as
something that you chose to undertake in order to allow you a
pleasant home environment while still making an acceptable or
good salary and advancing your career. Just so we are clear,
the bad attitude might go something like this, "I hate driving
all this way to work. I wish I could retire. What's the use of
having a nice house when I don't have any time to spend in it?"
Can you feel your shoulder muscles tighten just reading this?
Alternatively, a good attitude might say, "Because I live this
distance from work, I can live in this community, in a
beautiful house of my choosing." Just watch those muscles
relax.


About The Author: Dr. M. Mastria is the founder of
http://Commuter-Assist.com; a website devoted to commuters. The
website features articles, e-courses, links and resources aimed
at helping and educating the long distance commuter. Visit the
website at http://Commuter-Assist.com or email at
info@commuter-assist.com.