Surviving the Road: Stress Management Tips Every Driver Should Know with Atara Parkinson

Enjoying Life OTR

Long hours, tight schedules, and unpredictable situations—truckers face these challenges daily, often leading to stress, decision fatigue, and sleepless nights. This episode of Enjoying Life OTR brings in professional counselor Atara Parkinson, who offers practical, science-backed tools to help you manage the mental load of life on the road. Learn quick techniques like the physiological sigh and peripheral vision exercises—simple methods you can implement today to calm your mind and stay focused.

Trauma can build up over time, especially after facing tough situations on the highway. Atara helps us recognize the hidden impact of unprocessed events and how they can affect your overall health. She shares strategies like brainspotting and talk therapy to help drivers identify trauma triggers and find a path to recovery, even amidst the challenges of the road.

Finding the right support shouldn’t be another stressor. In this episode, we break down how to find someone who truly understands your unique lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of a supportive, non-judgmental relationship. Plus, discover the power of community support and self-advocacy in the healing process. Whether you’re a long-haul driver or anyone seeking ways to manage stress and trauma, this episode offers valuable insights for a healthier, more balanced life.
Atara Parkinson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Integrative Practitioner. Her passion is to help clients in the mind/body connection. She loves watching the physical body and mind align to impact mental health through nutrition and integrative medicine. She supports her clients in creating sustainable vision for their lives. The goal of her work is to empower clients on gaining clarity to obtain holistic balance in mind, body and soul. She believes that a strong therapeutic connection is vital in creating a space for healing to take place. Her approach is to create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their lives and beliefs. She is a member of the Enjoying Life OTR Facebook group and can be reached via email [e-mail] if we have any questions or concerns. She is passionate about helping others on their journey.

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Capíttulos

1. Surviving the Road: Stress Management Tips Every Driver Should Know with Atara Parkinson (00:00:00)

2. Managing Stress as a Truck Driver (00:00:03)

3. Tools for Managing Stress Quickly (00:08:42)

4. Healing Trauma in Truck Drivers (00:17:10)

5. Recognizing and Managing Trauma Triggers (00:26:14)

6. Finding the Right Therapist for You (00:39:33)

7. Seeking Support for Mental Wellness (00:46:24)