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03-14-14 | 04:39 AM

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Jim from Boston

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Originally Posted by mhifoe

On thing that I have found helpful is to concentrate on the next good interaction with a motorist.

Next time someone passes wide, or waits patiently, give them a little wave and think about that instead of focussing on the previous negative experience.

I recently posted to this thread:

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Originally Posted by Jim from Boston

…When I'm peeved by a driver’s actions, instead of the middle finger and obscenties, I give my own special Bicyclist's Curse…I do also bestow Bicyclist's Blessings to drivers who show even a modicum of respect and compassion, with a friendly wave, a “Bless You,” and wishes for good things for them in the future.

Even in car-crazy Boston, I perform numerously more blessings than curses. Probably about 2-3 blessings a day on a 14-mile commute vs about 1 curse every 3-4 weeks….

03-14-14 | 06:51 AM

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03-16-14 | 12:02 PM

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Good stuff, folks. I like that, Joey.

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