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Be Glad



    Last week a friend went to a seminar. 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. Get naked 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." :)