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Aug 05 2020
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Managing Conflict with Humor
We’ve all heard that laughter is the best medicine, and it’s true. Laughter relieves stress, elevates mood, and makes you more resilient. But it’s also good for your relationships.
In new relationships, humor can be an effective tool not just for attracting the other person, but also for overcoming any awkwardness that arises during the process of getting to know one another. In
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Apr 05 2023
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A humorous playoff opportunity is percolating for Bruins, Celtics this spring
BOSTON -- There was a time in recent history when outsiders could accuse Bostonians of being a bit arrogant in the sports world. The reputation was mostly well-deserved. Now, though, times have changed. A Boston/New England team hasn't won a title in 1,522 days, and the local hubris has evaporated and given way to a healthy respect for the difficulty of making it through a postseason as the
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Humor and Society: How Laughter Brings Healing
“Laughter is the best medicine.”
Most of us have heard this phrase, said it ourselves, or smiled and rolled our eyes over its truth. Yet, do we live its wisdom?
“Laughter is the best medicine,” has been attributed to people from American humorist Bennett Cerf to a paraphrase from the King James version of the Bible. Its true origin may predate all of these mentions. “Laughter
Rev. Barbara Ann Michaels, Jester of the PeaceJun 06 2012
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Humor: Wisconsin Election Coverage
Humor Video: "Madison Men". Coverage of election results of Wisconsin recall election varies wildly.
The Daily ShowAug 05 2020
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Comedians Debate What Is Acceptable Humor
For over 50 years stand-up comedians have played an important part in the examination of popular culture and society. Several generations of comedians have served as critics and observers of American life. Many comedy acts have also courted controversy.
Right now, people inside and outside the world of comedy are debating what, if anything, is too controversial for comedic use. In other
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Humor and Satire
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Jun 01 2023
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South Carolina teen killed after shoplifting allegations remembered as 'intelligent, humorous'
A South Carolina teenager who police say was fatally shot by a gas station owner who they say had falsely accused him of shoplifting was remembered by his middle school as a well-liked student who was "intelligent" and "humorous." Cyrus Carmack-Belton, 14, died after being shot in the back on Monday, authorities said. The teen was chased from the gas station by the owner and the owner's son
ABC News (Online)Aug 12 2014
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Robin Williams' Humor Masked His Disease
When someone as sparklingly witty as Robin Williams commits suicide -- as the actor, once named the funniest person alive by Entertainment Weekly, apparently did last night -- our first reaction is disbelief at the incongruity. Perhaps it shouldn't be. Psychologists believe that some styles of humor can mask a greater susceptibility to depression. In fact, a certain sense of humor may be a
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