>> It's physically impossible >> to hold one's breath enough to die. ck: Under water would be an exception! > Not sure I agree with the inner child theory Andy supports ck: The "inner child" is a notion used mainly in gestalt therapy experiments (experiential therapy guided by 'gestalt' principles developed by Perls). "Inner child" usually refers to some very fragile part of a personality that received a wound at an early age. (Think "molested child.") Andy's use of the term is quite idiosyncratic. More like an inner brat. Carol ------------------------------------------------------------------ To change your Lit-Ideas settings (subscribe/unsub, vacation on/off, digest on/off), visit www.andreas.com/faq-lit-ideas.html