What Fast Driving Says About Your Mental Health
Let’s have some real talk, sister to sister. If you're anything like me, you've probably felt that need — that almost urgent desire — to press that gas pedal harder than necessary every time you get behind the wheel.
For a long time, I thought it was just "the way I drive." Part of my independence. My fire. But what I didn't realize until much later is that driving fast all the time wasn't just about traffic or running late. It was a reflection of something deeper going on inside of me.
When I began my journey with menopause and started taking supplements to support my mind and body, something miraculous happened: my relationship with driving changed. I slowed down. My shoulders dropped. My mind softened. I wasn’t racing anymore — not on the road, and not in life.
Sis, let me be clear: that constant need for speed? It's often a sign that something inside needs care, love, and healing.
The Mind-Body Connection Behind Driving Fast
When our minds are overloaded, unbalanced, or in survival mode, our bodies respond. Stress, anxiety, hormonal shifts — they all whisper (or scream) through our behaviors. For Gen X women, particularly those of us navigating the hormonal hurricanes of perimenopause or menopause, the mental weight we carry can show up in surprising ways, including our driving habits.
Constant speeding can signal:
Heightened anxiety and adrenaline dependency
Mental exhaustion and overcompensation
Irritability linked to hormonal imbalances
A subconscious feeling of "running out of time"
But hear me: you are not broken. You are going through a powerful transformation, and with the right tools and support, you can reconnect with peace and presence.
5 Tips for Gen X Women to Slow Down and Reclaim Peace
See Your Doctor — And Be Bold in That Conversation Schedule a full wellness check-up and bring up the symptoms you’ve been "toughing out." Talk openly about perimenopause or menopause. Don't let anyone dismiss you. There are solutions — from supplements to hormone therapy — that can truly shift your mental clarity and physical comfort.
Start a Gentle Morning Ritual Before you touch that ignition, ground yourself. Sit quietly for five minutes. Breathe deeply. Set an intention to move through your day with grace instead of speed.
Create a Calming Driving Playlist Curate a playlist filled with soothing music that reminds you of who you are — a woman of wisdom, strength, and divine patience. Let your music set your pace.
Practice "Mindful Driving" Turn each drive into a meditation. Notice the trees, the sky, your hands on the wheel. Feel the beauty of moving through the world at a steady, peaceful pace.
Supplement and Nourish Your Body Find high-quality supplements specifically designed for menopause support. Omega-3s, magnesium, adaptogens, and certain herbal blends can do wonders for your mind and nervous system. (Always consult with your healthcare provider first.)
Final Thoughts: You Deserve to Live, Not Just Rush
My sister, life is too rich, too beautiful, and too sacred to be sped through. The racing mind and racing car were never badges of honor — they were cries for help. And now you know better. And when we know better, we do better.
Give yourself permission to slow down. Breathe deeper. Drive with grace. Live with intention.
The journey ahead is yours to savor.
With all my heart, Brela
