Coping With Stress
Last week I went to a seminar called "Stress and Disease" by Dr.
Nickolas Hall, an expert in psychobiology. He gave an example of A
coping skill for job stress which I would like to share with you.
When you have had one of those TAKE THIS JOB AND SHOVE IT days, try
this:
On your way home after work, stop at your pharmacy and go to the section
where they have thermometers. You will need to purchase a rectal
thermometer made by *Q-Tip. Be very sure that you get this brand. When
you get home, lock your doors, draw the drapes, and disconnect the phone
so you will not be disturbed during your therapy. Change to very
comfortable clothing, such as a sweat suit and lie down on your bed.
Open the package containing the thermometer and remove the thermometer
and carefully place it on the bedside table so that it will not become
chipped or broken. Take the written material that accompanies the
thermometer and as you read it you will notice in small print the
statement that *every rectal thermometer made by Q-Tip is PERSONALLY
tested*. Now close your eyes and say out loud five times, "I am so glad
that I do not work in quality control at the Q-Tip Company."
