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 ...

It is time for some levity. Today’s column is about laughter and how it can help us manage these challenging times – both physically and mentally. Let’s start with the science behind laughter.

Your health is no laughing matter, and that’s why doctors and nurses study for years to help you get better when you’re sick ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Theodore McDarrah writes about practical philosophy for leaders. This article is more than 5 years old. SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JUNE ...

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: ...

Laughter can help you combat stress, bond and join with others, and improve health. Some ways to incorporate more laughter into everyday life include hanging out with funny friends, checking out ...

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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 ...

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.

Travel stories and holiday memories have a funny way of starting with something going wrong. A cancelled booking, a broken ...

We've all seen those stiff, overly formal photos of world leaders that feel like they're carved out of stone. But every now ...