The Alchemy of Laughing Your Baggage Off
The more you laugh, the better you’ll feel.
The better you feel, the quicker you’ll heal.”
— Faith Poe
What do I do to get through my many misfortunes? First, I find humor in every fiasco; rewrite my story, remove the bad juju, and start a new chapter.
Getting unstuck is a colossal endeavor. We can’t control what happens to us, but we can put a twist on the narrative.
As your Calamity Alchemist, let me explain how we play the game.
Claim It
Claim the disaster that continues to weigh heavily on you.
Name It
Describe the calamity with a funny name: e.g., Singapore Arm in a Sling, Gin and Bear it, Peeping Tom Collins.
Reframe It
Imagine the event humorously or if not possible, find something to make you laugh. See FREE STUFF..
Wash It Away
Now, the fun part. Turn on some music, raise your glass and we’ll share a toast and turn the tears into cheers.
From the book, Laughing My Baggage Off
