Civilian Roads, Military Minds
by Janelle MariePublish: Jun 21, 2026Advice & How ToBook Overview
Does taking hold of the wheel have you constantly scanning for threats? Do routine trips leave you tense and drained? Did you know that car accidents are a leading cause of veteran death? As Executive Director of a statewide traffic safety nonprofit, Janelle Marie has spent years working with military communities, law enforcement, and first responders to better understand driving behavior and safeguard lives. And now she’s sharing ways to re-tune combat-conditioned survival responses so you can reduce stress, regain control, and feel like yourself on the road.Civilian Roads, Military Minds is an actionable training manual that helps combat veterans understand and adjust their reactions to daily car rides. Using common scenarios, structured worksheets, and practical tools, Marie shows readers how to evaluate instincts, recalibrate reflexes, and choose a calmer response.
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In Civilian Roads, Military Minds, you’ll discover:
– How training and trauma have molded your driving, allowing you to analyze your habits with clarity
– How to refocus survival responses that have carried over from service, so you can navigate with greater intention
– Hands-on tools like the Tactical Pause and Threat Awareness Log to interrupt stress spikes and choose a more positive response behind the wheel
– Clearer language to discuss what’s happening that will improve communication with loved ones
– A list of triggers that cause high-alert reactions, a bridge between science and practical application, and much, much more
Civilian Roads, Military Minds is an invaluable resource for anyone trying to shift from combat zones to everyday driving. If you like reader-friendly psychology, down-to-earth self-help, and ways to adjust on your own terms, then you’ll love Janelle Marie’s reassuring book.
