It’s partly because of poor impulse control and bad manners, but also stressful conditions.  Air and road rage are both increasing for similar reasons.  In airports, we are guilty until presumed innocent by security, overcharged for things that used to be free, and treated like second rate cargo by flight attendants.  We are also expected to arrive hours early for flights that are hours late.

On the road, it’s over entitled cyclists, a pervasive “me first” attitude from other drivers, ill thought construction schedules, traffic “calming”, and enforcement geared to maximize ticket revenue rather than safety.

No wonder we get grouchy!  Extreme cases are, of course, unacceptable but even though I like to think of myself as a level-headed and tolerant guy, I curse more when driving than any other time – and avoid flying at all costs.