Just for today, I can listen to criticism and accept that it may contain some kernel of truth. So when people complain that I might be a little to free and open with reference to chronic conditions, I can learn to keep certain things to myself. Just because I suffered from both a sinus infection and severe IBS this weekend, does not necessarily mean that everyone I come into contact with wants to hear about it. While I believe I am performing a service by sharing such conditions, I am learning that not everyone can appreciate the detailed descriptions of my storytelling, especially pertaining to certain orifices.

Just for today, I can constipate my mouth.

(FYI: The second most often typed Google phrase, second to "Search for Sanity," that leads to this website just happens to be "Irritable Bowel Syndrome." So, I know you folks are out there! Even if you pretend you're not!)