Humor

Humor is the ability to perceive, create or experience the comic meaning of a situation, often relieving tension and distancing thinking.

Definition

Humor can support emotional regulation, relationships, and stress management as long as it is not used to deny or hurt others. It allows you to see the situation from a different perspective and reduce the stiffness of your reaction. Its value depends on the context, intentions and sensitivity of the people participating.

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Practice and life

In a difficult but non-offensive situation, ask: Is there a gentle, kind perspective that will allow me to breathe without downplaying the problem?

Common misunderstanding

It is a mistake to use humor to avoid emotions or shame others. Supportive humor is different from defensive and aggressive humor.

Questions for self-reflection

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