This simple step of committing to the idea of how am I going to get there safely versus just how am I going to get there is the first step towards becoming a great and safe driver. It is critical that you find something in your life that will inspire you to make this commitment to safety. You might choose to stay focused because you do not want to hurt others. Or, you might choose to be a focused and distraction-free driver because you want to protect your children who ride with you. All of these are valid reasons. The point is that you should find a reason.
Distracted driving has several components. It is way more than simply taking your eyes off the road. One form of distracted driving is manual. Manual distractions involve the driver taking his hands off the steering wheel like when you change the radio. Another form of driver distraction is known as cognitive. This distraction may happen when someone asks you a hard question or maybe you are trying to remember something for a test at school or work. Finally, the third kind of distraction is visual which can be caused by everything from things inside the car like cell phones to things outside the car like a flashing store sign. All of these forms: manual, cognitive, and visual distractions add risk to the driving experience.