'Laxatives is good for the soul.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Physical cleansing is humorously equated with spiritual or mental renewal.
- In plain terms
- Taking laxatives helps clear your mind and body.
- What can you take from it?
- Physical health can reflect spiritual well-being.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does the body affect the soul?
- What cleanses your spirit?
Another view
Literal medical advice should not be taken from a joke.
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