The Case For Taking Humor Seriously Transcript
Comedian Chris Duffy argues that humor is a skill that can be developed with practice, and that it can lead to a more enjoyable and connected life. Research has shown that nursing home residents who kept a folder of things that made them laugh experienced significant increases in enjoyment and decreases in loneliness.
Comedian Chris Duffy believes that humor is a skill that can be developed with practice. He cites the example of nursing home residents who kept a folder of things that made them laugh, resulting in significant increases in enjoyment and decreases in loneliness. Duffy argues that humor is not just for professional comedians, but is a way of noticing the absurdity in the world and being willing to laugh at oneself. He has written a book, 'Humor Me', which provides guidance on how to build a more humor-filled life. Duffy's approach is based on the idea that humor is a skill that can be developed with intention and practice. He draws on his experience as a comedian and teacher to provide insights on how to cultivate humor.
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