The instructions on the back of the package read as follows.
Directions for use:
• Open a bottle only to add to its contents; reseal it quickly.
• Keep contents in bottles and sealed at all times when not in use.
• Once inside the bottle, do not let emotions back out.
Warning:
These containers are designed for adult use. The lids are not childproof. Store out of reach of children and/or emotionally labile adults. In case of accidental ingestion or overdose, give child a time out. For adults, immediately induce crying. If that fails, consult a therapist immediately.
In a later incarnation, the bottled emotions became an installation piece covering the walls of my bathroom, portions of which may be seen below.
This is the first time I have ever seen anything like this and it reminds me a bit of the 'pet rock' which at first seemed to be a crazy idea but which took off and was a resounding success - at least in business terms.
ReplyDeleteHi Catherine,
ReplyDeleteNice post. I know that bottled emotions are recommended by psychologists everywhere.
I know you say that bottled emotions are designed for adult use, but I would really appreciate it if you could consider designing one for children, specifically for tantrums. Combined with the baby cage it could really help parents everywhere :)
Best Regards,
Chris
Wendy Houses Cape Town
I think Chris has a good point when he asks if you could consider making bottled emotions available for a range of childhood problems. I actually think that you might find that, in many cases, they work better on children than on adults.
ReplyDeleteSam - The EZ GO and Club Car golf carts guy
haha, this is great! Very clever idea, and I'd bet people would buy it as a joke if you really put it into production.
ReplyDeleteBest,
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