posted November 16, 2004 12:19 PM              

I stand back, analyze, disect the problem to the nth degree, and calmly locate the root cause, have an epiphany...then let it go, and thank God for cannibis. LOL...(just kidding about that last part - I couldn't actually get away with THAT )

But, when in an intense situation that is emotionally charged and critical, I tend to shut down emotionally and go into action mode (moon oppose Mars - only one or the other can operate at once, but not at the same time).

I'm often already thinking about the fall-out phase, or aftermath while the in heat of the moment. I mentally move a few steps ahead of the present, which helps me to gain perspective and dulls some of the emotion of the moment. Also prevents me from doing anything irrational.

posted November 16, 2004 02:18 PM            

My mind is lightening quick and has usually been 'out there and back, immediately assessing a stressful situation, thinking about the conclusion and how I'm going to handle it. With my merc in Scorp, I'm really able to focus and stay calm when under extreme stress (have a lot of experience working in corporate travel)

To de-stress? I usually go for a long walk or exercise to exhaust myself so I can unwind. My mind can sometimes be my worst enemy-it's always active and is hard to turn off at times, particularly when I have a dilemna I'm trying to solve or something is bothering me.

posted November 16, 2004 02:21 PM              

1. eat
2. watch movies to lose myself
3. play on the internet to lose myself
4. play videos games to lose myself
5. use Photoshop