During a staff meeting I attended whilst working in a school the Head Teacher brought in a life coach to inspire and motivate the staff. The meeting lasted for an hour with the life coach repeating a series of cliched phrases about perseverance. The meeting ended with the life coaches assertion that “being tired never killed anyone”…well how could I resist.

Being tired never killed anyone, so approach your day with zeal

At least that’s what she told him, before he fell asleep at the wheel.

Being tired never killed anyone, so act with confidence and flair

But in a groggy haze, he fell straight down the stairs.

Being tired never killed anyone, she wanted the whole world to hear

But his exhaustion slowed him, when the chain saw got too near.

Being tired never killed anyone, she eagerly proclaimed

But his being tired, sure did leave her maimed.

Sleep deprived and desperate, and sick of her stupid phrase

He grabbed the nearest weapon, and sent her to sleep for days.