Keeping Your Sense of Humor
“I've had a wonderful evening, but this wasn't it.”
– Groucho Marx
Living every day with uncertainty can be nerve-wracking and draining. Facing fears, admitting anger and rage, acknowledging the worry, and containing the panic – none of these tasks you face are easy. When so much of your time and thoughts are centered on seriousness, it’s imperative to give yourself a break. Then you can be refreshed to take the next step. Humor can be a great antidote. Upbeat friends and carefree (sometimes goofy!) children can really help redirect you. Being humorously sarcastic, macabre and funny comes naturally to some people. These people can lighten your mood. Find them, listen to them and see how they can change their perspective and yours. Look for them in movies, on comedy channels, in a book, in humor columns or – perhaps the best kind – in person. Here are a few favorite humor sites.
Articles:
- “Therapeutic Benefits of Humor,” Holistic Online
- “Therapeutic Benefits of Laughter,” Holistic Online
- “Ever Hear of a Jollytologist?” University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center
- “Humor and Cancer? Don't Make Me Laugh!” University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center
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