What would Judge Judy do?

Sometimes when I find myself in a situation where I can't quite decide on how I will handle it. I occasionally conquer my internal battle with one single question - "What would Judge Judy do?" She is the queen of morals, and sometimes in a situation where this can be particularly useful it makes things easier. Not only is she the queen of morals, but she is quick witted and speaks her mind without regard to the long term effects. I respect that - I often find myself not speaking my mind or telling people exactly how I feel because I don't want anyone mad at me, and I never want to hurt anyone's feelings. However, in the long run I am only hurting myself - this I realize. I see it as ripping off a band aid, and it will assure you any misunderstandings in the future due to your lack of directness. As long as the truth is always told, you just need to say it! So once again in some of these situations I have to ask myself as my cashier rings up my pack of gum two times, "What would Judge Judy do?" Ahh... it's only fifty cents right, who cares? No, really.... what would she say? I can hear her now "excuse me.... I only have one pack of gum... I see you scanned it as two.... " and after it is resolved and voided out, I can see her saying "Thank you" with a smile. To tackle it head on like a shark is an art - and it doesn't always have to end in any bloodshed. It can be done tactfully and respectfully. The next time you find yourself at a dead end, just ask yourself "What would Judge Judy do?"