Easy ways to relax when you’re stuck in the traffic jam

Easy ways to relax when you’re stuck in the traffic jam

Are you bored of heavy traffic every morning when going to work and every evening when going home? Stucking on the road for 2-3 hours a day is such a waste of time and gives you so much stress, right?

Today, PTT Lubricants would like to introduce ways to easily relax and kill time while stucking on the road for a long time. Let’s see what you can do!

1. Listen to music

It's one way many people use to relieve boredom during daily traffic jams. Playing your favorite songs and singing along will help you relax and bring you joy along the way. This is another good way to vent your feelings.

2. Have some snacks

‘Food heals everything’ is not exaggerating at all. When you are bored or frustrated from traffic jams, try eating something you like, especially sweet one. It can help lift your mood and make you feel relaxed. However, if possible, it would be better  to choose snacks that are not too high in sugar since they may not be good for your health if you eat them too often. Try to find ready-to-eat fruits or other healthy snacks instead.

3. Listen to the radio/podcast

Listening to the news or radio programs has always been drivers’ companions. It is even better that these days podcasts are very popular, giving drivers more options to relax and enjoy themselves during traffic jams. You can also use the time to update the daily news in order to keep up with the current events. It’s a very useful way to kill time!

4. Have some conversation

Focusing on driving the car alone can be too stressful… Well, the friend in your car can fix that! Try to talk about something relaxing, funny, or something that you've never talked about. This is the perfect time to build a good relationship. And if you’re alone, you can also call someone to accompany you throughout the drive. However, do not forget to prioritize your safety! Making a call via bluetooth device or headphones are advisable.

5. Stretch your body

When you sit in a car for a long time, it may create fatigue and pain in various parts of the body. Stretching will help reduce that soreness and discomfort as it stimulates the circulatory system, making you feel more refreshed. Light exercise also helps reduce stress since the body will unconsciously release endorphins that make your mood better while you relax your muscles from the stiff postures.

Next time you get stuck in heavy traffic, don’t forget to try these 6 methods to relax yourself! In addition to taking care of your own mental state, do not forget to take care of your car by choosing the right engine oil for the engine as well. Engine oil products from PTT Lubricants are available today at stores near you.