My husband, Don, likes to say that he needs to laugh every day (but only cry once or twice a year). I appreciate and admire his good nature, and I’m sure his ability to see the humor in life helps him ...

Dear reader, you don’t mind if we get a little silly, do you? For a holly jolly time and belly laughs all around, turn to gag gifts to do the trick. Everyone loves a good bit, some as much as they ...

Discover why jokes stay funny through psychology and social dynamics, exploring humor, laughter, and shared connections.

You exit a public bathroom with a long piece of toilet paper stuck to your shoe. Your daughter delivers a perfect impression of your mother-in-law, not realizing she was standing behind her.

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Laughter is arguably the best medicine. When life feels gloomy, a dose of humor is the easiest way to brighten up your day. In fact, studies show that laughter actually has real-life health benefits: ...

The "mutual vulnerability theory" I have been promoting in this blog series defines laughter as a vocal affirmation of mutual vulnerability. In the previous posts, in order to account for the ...