What this means is that despite their self- confessed aggressiveness, 2 out of 3 drivers still insist on seeing themselves as near perfect with almost no room to improve.

These drivers see ‘the other guy’ as problem and thus do not look at their own aggressive driving behavior.

What causes aggressive driving behavior? While there is no one standard definition for aggressive driving, many psychologists see anger as root cause of problem. Regardless of provocation or circumstances related to problems on road, it is ultimately our emotional state, our stress levels and our thinking patterns that either cause us to drive aggressively or lead us to be victims of others.

In short, many of us get in trouble because we are driving under influence of impaired emotions, especially anger.

Like drunk driving, aggressive driving is more than a simple action or carelessness; it is a behavioral choice that drivers make.

It is normal and natural to feel angry when certain events frustrate us on road. But, how do you deal with these angry feelings to cope with situation more effectively?

Here are two ways to cope with impaired driving emotions. Research clearly shows that reducing stress and changing your self-talk can help you cope.

1.Reduce your stress. Driving is emotionally challenging because unexpected things happen constantly with which we must cope. We often drive under pressure of time, or pressure of congestion and delays which add to our general stress level.

Suggestions include listening to relaxing music or educational tapes on road, leaving 15 minutes sooner and getting up earlier so you are less rushed.

2.Change your perspective with different self-talk. Learn to view situation differently. Specific skills to do this will be outlined in Part 2 of this series.

As trackers manage this balancing act between focusing on everything and nothing, they fall into meditative states where they become part of environment. When something does attract their attention, they focus on it to see what it is. A master tracker can sense presence of other animals and danger.

Transition For Careers

The key to life is paying attention to little moments without losing touch with what's going on around you. You have to become aware of whether you are happy in your career or not; and if you are not, you must make sacrifices needed in order for you to get out. At same time, consider what's most important contribution you would like to make.

So, find time to relax, and think about a new direction. Ask yourself two questions: "what am I good at doing, and "what do I enjoy doing?" You may be good at doing something that you don't like. You need to combine both to make perfect job.

Play with possibilities, mentally mixing and matching your talents and interests. Stir it all in a pot, and let it simmer. Then, notice insights, ideas and coincidences that percolate into your consciousness as a result. Act on suggestions that feel right.

INTUITION

The best trackers have keen senses of intuition that alert them to presence of other animals and danger. At Tom Brown's Wilderness and Survival School in Pine Barrens, New Jersey, they've developed a training method called "blindfold technique" to teach students how to tune into their intuition.

Students' cross a sixty yard field, blindfolded, guided only by their feelings and sound of a drum. To succeed in this exercise, you have to let go of your logical mind --the part that's telling you this is crazy. You have to trust yourself and let your feeling guide you across field. People stumble and fall at first, but if they stick with it, they'll get it.

The blindfold technique forces you to pay attention to your other senses and intuition. Visually, we're overdeveloped. People go blind and develop other skills that we all have, but don't usually bother to develop. The blindfold technique forces you to focus on what you hear, touch, smell and feel.

You can access your inner knowing in ways less stressful than taking part in blindfold technique. You can visit a natural area one afternoon and sit by a stream and watch animals. Repetitive motions such as knitting or woodworking can also clear mind, making room for new insights.

Transition For Careers

There are two basic career strategies. Do what's practical, or follow your dream. Following your dream may not be most financially rewarding path, but in long run, people who make most money are passionate about what they do. There are CEO's out there who don't have degrees, but they do have passion for their work.

To find your right career, you have to think with your heart. Although it may be hard to identify your inner voice in beginning, you just have to do best you can. Move ahead cautiously at first. Take a small step. Then, if everything looks good, take another step. Trackers call it "stealth walking."

CONCLUSION

Trackers develop their powers of observation, awareness and intuition so they can tune-in to their environment and make out its message. You can begin to apply same techniques to your career hunt. It's not about trying to find your path using intellect, but by looking for what feels right.

Jody Gothard is the owner of CareerPro, a resume and career development service located in Atlanta, Georgia. Jody is also an expert tracker. He may be reached at 404-252-8777 or send an e-mail to spirittracker@juno.com.