{"id":898,"date":"2022-11-16T16:55:42","date_gmt":"2022-11-16T16:55:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sr22adviser.com\/guidance-and-tips\/?p=898"},"modified":"2022-11-16T16:55:42","modified_gmt":"2022-11-16T16:55:42","slug":"sr-22-as-an-opportunity-for-change","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sr22adviser.com\/guidance-and-tips\/dui-tips\/sr-22-as-an-opportunity-for-change\/","title":{"rendered":"How Your SR-22 Can Get Your Life Back on Track\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"
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So you got a DUI or DWI. On top of the\u202finconvenience of it all, now you have to file an SR-22.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It might feel like the end of the world, but it\u2019s not. If no one got hurt, consider yourself lucky and view this experience as an opportunity to learn \u2013 a wake-up call. As a wise driver\u2019s ed instructor once said, a car is like a loaded gun. And if you don\u2019t understand that analogy then you shouldn\u2019t be driving one.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So here you are, about to file for your <\/span>SR-22 insurance<\/span><\/a>. What now? How can you use this experience as an opportunity to get your life back on track?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Silver Linings:<\/span><\/b> Getting Your Life Back on Track after an SR-22<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

SR-22 insurance is typically required for drivers who have been convicted of a DUI or DWI. Filing an SR-22 indicates to the state and your insurance company that you\u2019re a high-risk driver, which is why you\u2019re charged a higher rate.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>higher cost of the insurance<\/span><\/a> can be alarming, and it often leads to lifestyle changes that can have a positive impact on your life. For example, some people may choose to sober up and avoid drinking entirely, while others may simply cut back on their alcohol consumption.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Either way, your SR-22 serves a catalyst for change.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some of the silver linings of having to file for an SR-22 and how you can use this experience as a learning lesson.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Don’t<\/span><\/b> Drink and Drive<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

This important piece of advice is often given, but it\u2019s worth repeating. If you\u2019ve been drinking, don’t get behind the wheel of a car. Instead, call a cab or Uber, or ask a sober friend for a ride.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Be Honest<\/span><\/b> with Yourself About Your Drinking<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve been arrested for a <\/span>DUI<\/span><\/a>, you may have a problem with alcohol. Take some time to reflect on your drinking habits and why you felt the need to drink before getting behind the wheel. Are you using alcohol to cope with stress or anxiety? Do you drink more than you should?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Alcohol dependency is a serious issue. It often indicates that you\u2019re not addressing a more serious problem beneath the surface. If this is the case, consider speaking with a counselor or therapist. Life is difficult, and there\u2019s no shame in seeking help. Nonetheless, it\u2019s important to be honest with yourself about your drinking before you can make any other changes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n

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