On a road trip, our cars need gasoline to get us where we’re going. Similarly, our bodies and minds need fuel to maintain energy and stamina for the journey.

Q. I want to carry small, energy-boosting snacks with me but I found jars, cans, and large bags cumbersome to lug around. I feel like I’m carrying a portable grocery store! Any suggestions?  

"I try to fill my commuter cup with herbal tea at least twice a week for the ride home. It’s usually too late to drink caffeine and the soothing flavors have a calming effect on me after a long day." -- A.C. Wight