Good morning, miracle commuters! Today, we’re talking about honking. Honking may seem like a funny or trivial subject, but the truth is, why do we honk at each other while we're driving? Sometimes, we honk to express joy, but most of the time, we honk because we're upset or angry or someone isn't doing what they're supposed to be doing while driving. For instance, I have honked at someone who was on their phone at a stoplight while I was behind them, or when someone cut me off or going too slow. Honking is generally seen as a way to show aggression or indicate that we are upset with someone else's behavior.

But does it have to be that way? I think that honking is also an opportunity for us to realize that, yes, we are shouting at them, and we are going out there and saying, "Hey, do what you gotta do, pay attention!" But maybe it's also an opportunity for us to think to ourselves, pay attention to ourselves at the moment, right before we honk. And before we get someone else all riled up, do we have to rush where we're going?

Of course, when we're on our way to work, it's nice to get there as soon as possible, or conversely, it's nice to get home as soon as possible after work. But most of the time, we probably could go a little slower, and it would be just fine. So, right before you hit that horn, ask yourself, is this really what I need to do right now? Will it be okay if I don't honk?

Instead of honking, maybe it's time to take a moment of pause for yourself. Be grateful for where you are on this journey. Be grateful that you are not getting upset with someone who is probably just having a bad day. Blast away today, have a wonderful week, and I will see you again on the next episode of the "Miracle Commute" podcast.

Remember, when you start your commute, you can 100% control the rest of your day.

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