throwing dishes etc..stress reduction in the PIs

[almaty 19]

GERONA, Philippines (Reuters) - Ardith Vescara is an angry young woman. On top of family and academic pressure, the 13-year-old Filipino says boys tease her at school.

But instead of letting her emotions eat away at her, she is treating herself to an unusual form of anger management.

At the Isdaan restaurant in Gerona, about three hours north of Manila, Vescara and other patrons work out their stress for 15 pesos (30 U.S. cents) a go by hurling plates at the "wall of fury" emblazoned with words such as ex-wife, boss and lover.

A shout of "tacsiyapo" -- or "shame on you" in the local dialect -- usually accompanies the sound of smashing crockery.

Vases and bowls are also available, while the wealthier of the furious patrons can toss an old TV set for 1,300 pesos.

Not only is throwing things at the restaurant much cheaper than yoga lessons or professional therapy, it is a lot more fun.

"Isn't it better to break these plates than your personal stuff at home?" Vescara said with a smile.

Manila residents fleeing the congested capital flock to the restaurant on weekends before heading to nearby beaches or into the mountains with much less emotional baggage.

Arnold Viola, the manager of Isdaan, said it was not unusual for husbands and wives to target each other on the wall before returning to the restaurant to enjoy a romantic meal.

"The top three targets are boss/manager; wine, women and gambling; and lastly the loan sharks," said Viola.

Angie Trumpeta, a medical student, made the long journey after a marathon run of exams.

"Something like this would help release all of your stress," she said while flinging plates at the wall.

It is not just customers who benefit. Isdaan's staff enjoy throwing plates at the "perennially complaining customers" sign.

An Elvis impersonator who entertains the patrons, Jerwin Cedillo, said it was not always easy dealing with angry people but they usually left Isdaan in a calmer state of mind.

"To most people who have pent-up emotions, this wall of fury is the best way to let go of all your anger," he said.

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... it was not unusual for husbands and wives to target each other on the wall before returning to the restaurant to enjoy a romantic meal.

Man, marriage turns sane people into nuts. That proves it.

[I'm Gone 60]

My wife throws one dish and we will be going to the hospital to have my foot removed from her *ss.

[Sinergy 3]

shouldnt that signify marriage counceling time?

mdyoung:

[Mirorgate 0]

Saw news documentory about night clubs that have rooms specifically made for patrons to destroy... glasses, tables, lamps, etc. Just waiting for the rage to hit here. Maybe i'll be the first to open such a club?

[faith 0]

is this like that commercial where the lady is in a place like this then stands up and throws something and everyone looks at her like she did something wrong?

[GaryC 7]

We have the same thing here, it's called a shooting range! The targets you can get can be quite satisfying!!

[eau_xplain 2]

That would be a cool place to vent one's anger. One time I was so raging mad that I just had this huge urge to throw something. I asked my husband if it was ok for me to throw something to help diffuse my anger. He handed me a beanie baby .. :lol:

Edited March 31, 2006 by eau_xplain

[almaty 19]

My wife throws one dish and we will be going to the hospital to have my foot removed from her *ss.

good one MD

i am sure our old friend tom, in the PIs, has expanded his internet cafes to this

[faith 0]

My wife throws one dish and we will be going to the hospital to have my foot removed from her *ss.

my ex husband always put it as this "then we'll have to go to the hospital. I'll want my shoe back and you'll want your *ss fixed"

[almaty 19]

My wife throws one dish and we will be going to the hospital to have my foot removed from her *ss.

my ex husband always put it as this "then we'll have to go to the hospital. I'll want my shoe back and you'll want your *ss fixed"

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[Sister Fracas 5]

My wife throws one dish and we will be going to the hospital to have my foot removed from her *ss.

[almaty 19]

we all know that MD Young is a teddy bear..with his wife....

[Sister Fracas 5]

we all know that MD Young is a teddy bear..with his wife....

just talks like the big man on campus?

[almaty 19]

we all know that MD Young is a teddy bear..with his wife....

just talks like the big man on campus?

as does merc....