And, anyone who leaves, knows the sense of immediate euphoria followed by emotions more complex than they ever anticipated. Suddenly you have feelings that you have never had before. Dreams of murder or suicide can occur. An affair with someone you might never have looked at twice seems like the perfect thing to do. You can get so depressed that getting out of bed is more than you can bear.
Accidents are common and driving is just plain dangerous.
I cannot tell you how often I have asked individuals in the middle of a divorce to take taxis, public transportation or have a friend drive them to and from where they have to go. Driving under duress has a way of making your mind wander and before you realize it, you re lost in reverie and probably in actuality as well. Almost everyone goes through a blue period where hateful thoughts just seem to creep into your everyday life. One moment you want your spouse dead. The next you can't remember anything that is wrong with them and even a momentary smile seems enough reason for you to stay.