Driving many miles and long hours at a time can take a toll on your mental health if you're not careful. Emotionally and mentally, it could drain your energy, putting you in harm's way. Keeping this at the top of your list of things to be aware of helps with safety, well-being, and overall quality of life!
Recognize the signs: ⚠️
- The feeling of loneliness or being isolated
- Getting sleepy or fatigued more often
- Signs of depression or feeling sad
- Changes in your eating habits (No appetite or over-eating)
Create Healthy Strategies: 📝
- Practice breathing techniques and take meaningful breaks
- Listen to calming music, podcasts, and audiobooks. What you feed your mind the most, it will become.
- Stay in a routine. Trip plan. Keep meals and downtime on schedules
- Stay connected with family and friends
Keep Mental Health a Priority: ☺️
- Try eating healthier, especially on the road
- Take and cook your own food (Using Airfryer, etc.)
- Exercise daily (Use facilities if available)
- Walk around truck stops and stretch daily.
- Get enough sleep (At least 7-9 hours a night)
- Stay hydrated and limit alcohol consumption
Use Available Support Resources 📚
- Use driver wellness and employee assistance programs if your company offers them
- Join support groups or community groups for drivers
- Chat with a FreeWorld Success Coach or another Free Agent in the community