well just try being more careful. i would suggest picking up a longboard or a bike (longboardings more fun IMO) and use those to get across town unless you absolutely need to drive.
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my friend told me a good driver is someone who is watching out for everyone else not just her/himself. and it rhymes, i was stoked..hahaha. so yeah just be more careful.