The Simpson cartoons on Road Rage are popular because they point to the need for effective anger management techniques, tips and tools to deal with frustrations in driving. For many people driving to work or back home can be more challenging than what comes up during the work day!

It could be that you are the one driving behind the little old lady in the left lane going 30 miles an hour and feeling your blood pressure going through the roof. Or you can be the one next to someone darting in and out of traffic tailgating. Emotions fly high on the road because lots of issues such as fairness, not waiting, being considered by others and disappointments in people arise.

Keep in mind that the anger that builds up inside of you isn't something that just gets dropped when you park your car. It can carry into the rest of your day, create agitation at work presentations or dealing with your family and have a physical effect on your blood pressure and sleep patterns.

As a psychotherapist, many of my clients will relate their negative driving experience in even getting to the appointment. This actually becomes a very good tool to learn about yourself so don't see these reactions as a waste. Instead use the experience each day to learn another "anger management skill" and "anger management technique".

You'll be able through this to develop compassion for yourself and others, learn how to relax your body in the face of adverse situations, reduce competitiveness and gain a lot of insight into yourself. See this setting as a wonderful opportunity to learn and practice skills that will actually make you more peaceful with your family, at work and in so many settings.