Hubs has been telling me that I'm not laughing as much as I used to.
He's right. And I hate to admit that he's right!!
Seems like I've let the burdens of the world overtake me. And criminey! What in the world can I do about any of it? Absolutely NOTHING!
So.
Now, my new mission is to try to laugh more. I've noticed that when I do laugh, is when the S-I-L calls and tells one of his inane jokes or when he leaves all those anonymous comments on my blog.
O.K.
So I've been googling the internet for laughter. Mayo Clinic has some tips on how to have — or gain — a sense of humor.
If you are afraid of having an underdeveloped, or nonexistent funny bone, developing or refining your own particular sense of humor may be easier than you think. (according to this website)
*Put humor on your horizon. Find a few simple items, such as photos or comic strips, that elicit a chuckle from you or others. Then hang them at home, in your office or even on the visor of your car.
*Laugh and the world laughs with you. Develop a sense of humor about your own situation and watch your stress begin to fade away.
*Think positive. Look for the positive or the humorous in every situation and surround yourself with others who do the same.
*Knock-knock. Browse through your local bookstore or library's selection of joke books and get a few rib-ticklers in your repertoire that you can share with friends.
*Know what isn't funny. Don't laugh at the expense of others. Some forms of humor are not appropriate. Use your best judgment to discern a good joke from a bad, or hurtful, one.
Laughter is the best medicine
Go ahead and give it a try. Turn the corners of your mouth up into a smile and then give a laugh, even if it feels a little forced. Once you've had your hearty chuckle, take stock of how you're feeling. Are your muscles a little less tense? Do you feel more relaxed or buoyant? That's the natural wonder of laughing at work.
Peace to your household with lots of laughter!
