Posted by Marcus Pennell on November 12, 1998 at 21:17:02:
Do this:
Sit down.
Stiffen the fore and middle finger of each hand and place the tips on either side of the carotid artery about an inch below the jaw.
Press hard until you can feel the blood supply being cut off. Hold until the 'rush' wipes out the pain, then let go.
Wait a few seconds to get your balance back (you may be numb, spaced out, and suffering from amnesia) then enjoy a few minutes of being WITHOUT ANY PAIN AT ALL.
A good time to pop the kettle on and skin up.
You think I'm joking?
Try it. IT WORKS!
Best wished
Marcus Pennell
p.s. It's quite safe so long as you don't fall over. Sit down in a chair you can't fall out of if you faint.