Pointlessly driving around?

Question

When I get really bored, sometimes I just go drive around, or i I feel like listening to slow songs and just getting some fresh air things like that. And I like doing it, but obviously gas prices have gone up so I want to try to break that habit. Does anyone else do this?

I would like to say I could just go for a walk which I think would work too but it is starting to get cold so I don't think that would work for this winter.

Answer 1

I don't think there is any thing that can replace that feeling of driving around in your car.  I love to drive when I'm upset about something or just need a break, and I usually take some windy country road out to the lake or something, but nothing compares to driving.  Maybe get a motorcycle.

Answer 2

Haha, yeah I used to do that too!! Like before gas was $2.00.. I would just get in the car and go to the store and buy a drink just to get out the house and then I'll ride around and listen to my cd's. I don't do it anymore though...

Answer 3

If you're driving around aimlessly, just take the bus (or train, if you have them).  Day passes are usually $3 or so, and you can look out the window and observe people without focusing on the road.  If you drive, you're just pissing away money.

Answer 4

Yeah, I'm 47 and sometimes when I'm stressed I go for a drive around my area or go to local bookstore and read. I like driving around sometimes because nobody can find me. There are no demands on me from hubby or the dog. The price of gas stops me from going too far. I just drive downtown around the local area maybe stop at fast food place quick then come home. It breaks up my night if I feel trapped. I feel like I have a little control that way. Makes it easier to deal with stuff.

Answer 5

I like doing it too! It gives me a chance to clear my head. I'm a woman, so I wouldn't go for a walk late at night as something could happen, atleast I know if my car breaks down I have a cell, I can call triple A and my boyfriend and stay in the locked car. I don't go to far from home anyways. To break the habit you just have to be strong-willed and tell yourself you're not going for a drive because you can't afford it.

Answer 6

You could go to the bookstore and hang out or walk in the mall. That's still pretty boring. Maybe you could ride the bus.

Answer 7

There are plenty of times when I feel like just moving, even if it's nowhere in particular.  I enjoy driving somewhere I've never been before and trying new routes to get home.  You find the neatest things when you get lost!

Unless it's dangerously cold where you live, you can walk year round.  When I lived up north, I had cold weather gear that was lightweight, but insulated well.  Walking will generate quite a bit of warmth as well, so wear a little less than you'll think you need.  The money you save on gasoline will more than pay for some good, lightweight winter gear.  Keep your head, hands and feet warm and you will fine.  My best friend and I would go out in snowstorms and walk for hours.

Wearing a light, windproof barrier over insulating layers is much better than heavy coats.  I rarely needed more than a T shirt and sweater under a nylon outer garment.  Sneakers work surprisingly well as long as they stay dry.  For colder days, a pair of flannel lined pants or sweats under loose pants worked great.  I'm also a mitten man, gloves are for people who like cold fingers.  Polarfleece gloves under outer mittens has proved to be the best system for me.

Answer 8

i love the feeling of driving around when bored, on a nice night listening to music! if you wanted to, you could get yourself a nice warm outfit to walk in! and get a dog! than you have an excuse to be walking around in the cold! i just got a dog and will be having to do this! i haven't a yard, so i am going to be getting nice warm sweat suits, and walking my dog around!