Fri, April 30, 2010 - 3:01:23

Starting Today, Make Your Car a “No Phone Zone”

It’s something many of us do every day.  A seemingly innocuous behavior that’s become commonplace over the years, and one that can have tragically life-altering consequences: distracted driving.  We all know about the dangers of drinking and driving, but the simple act of talking or texting on your mobile phone while behind the wheel can be just as hazardous, if not more so. 

In fact, a recent study revealed that drivers “under the influence” of handheld tech devices are just as likely to get in an accident as those driving while over the legal alcohol limit.  It’s a frightening but true statistic: each year nearly 500,000 people are injured and 6,000 killed in traffic accidents caused by distracted drivers.  But, by making one small change—pledging put down the phone and go “hands-free” in the car—you could actually save lives.  That’s why today is National No Phone Zone Day, an initiative started by Oprah Winfrey, in an attempt to raise awareness about this dangerous little habit—and eradicate it.

It’s a perfect example of how the power of small truly can save lives, and as a result, change the world.  Although you might think your smallest actions don’t matter, the reality is that every moment, the little things you do build upon one another to shape the course of not only your life, but the lives of others. One person can make an enormous impact and something as simple as a text message can change your life forever.  It might sound unlikely, but it happens every day.

So, why not make today the day you start thinking small?  Beginning with this one tiny change, you can start to immediately see how little things really do make all the difference.

To learn more about National No Phone Zone Day and sign the pledge, click here.

Posted by Linda and Robin