07/02/2026
✡️ The ancient Jewish technique for dealing with anger ✡️
A young man asked a Rabbi for advice on how to deal with his anger. The Rabbi said, "My son, there is an ancient technique which is time tested, and has worked for our people for generations upon generations!"
The young man's ears perked up, and he pleaded with the Rabbi, "Oh Rabbi, please share your great wisdom... I'm in such great need?"
And the Rabbi stroked his beard and said, "Of course my son, it's called the 'Secret Silent Counting Technique of Solomon' ... You merely summon all of your strength, wear the best mask you can to feign calmness, and start counting!"
The young man asked, "Well ... how long should I count when I'm angry at my kids? The Rabbi replied, "My son, count at least to 10."
And the young man thought for a minute and asked, "Ok, but how long should I count when I'm angry at my boss?" And the Rabbi thoughtfully replied, " Well in that instance, tread very carefully, and count at least to 20!"
"Oh my gosh, that's wonderful advice, Rabbi. So, if I'm ever angry, before saying anything to my children or my boss, I now have a great practice I can do! But I have one more question," pleaded the man appreciatively... "How long should I count if I'm angry at my wife?"
The Rabbi looked deep into his eyes and said, "Oy Vey! Trust a man of my age, when I say this: My son... Just -- Keep -- Counting!" ✨✡️✨