LH144 — The Humor Habit
Paige is taking a much needed break for health reasons. We wish her a restful and restorative break. Paige did find and schedule our amazing guest for today’s episode, Paul Osincup, a speaker and positive workplace strategist, and the author of “The Humor Habit”.
Karel interviews Paul about his book 'The Humor Habit.' They discuss the power of humor in the workplace and in life, and how humor can be learned and developed as a habit. They also explore the health benefits of humor, such as reducing stress and increasing happiness. Paul shares practical tips and exercises for incorporating humor into daily life, including immersing oneself in humor, practicing a 'yes and' mentality, and finding levity in difficult situations.
Quotes from this episode:
"Life is far too important to be taken seriously." — Oscar Wilde
"To truly laugh, you must be able to take your pain and play with it." — Charlie Chaplin
"Don't live your life as an actor in a drama just to reach the end to find out you were the director and it could have been a comedy." — Paul Osincup
Key Takeaways:
Humor is a habit that can be learned and developed.
Humor has numerous health benefits, including reducing stress and increasing happiness.
Immersing oneself in humor and seeking out funny content can help cultivate a sense of humor.
Practicing a 'yes and' mentality can help build resilience and find humor in difficult situations.
Finding levity in everyday life and incorporating humor into the workplace can improve well-being and foster connection.
Please note: This podcast does not provide medical advice, only personal experiences, so please consult your doctor.
