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“People who fly into a rage always make a bad landing.”

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“People who fly into a rage always make a bad landing.”

Will Rogers, American actor and humorous social commentator

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Will Rogers believed in a politics of civility, using humor to critique without malice, fostering an understanding of shared values among Americans.

Many people believe his approach remains relevant even in today’s polarized political climate.

Here are a few more of his provocative quotes to ponder over the coming days:

“When you find yourself in a hole, quit digging.”
“The quickest way to double your money is to fold it and put it back in your pocket.”
“Never miss a good chance to shut up.”
“Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.”

EXERCISE:

Which of Roger’s quotes strikes the strongest chord in you?

How can you apply its wit and wisdom to better your life and your world?

Friday Review: Humor

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Friday Review: Humor

What makes you laugh? Here are a few related posts you may have missed.

“Your worst humiliation is only someone else’s momentary entertainment.”

 

 

 

 

“Good humor is a tonic for mind and body. It is the best antidote for anxiety and depression. It is a business asset. It attracts and keeps friends. It lightens human burdens. It is the direct route to serenity and contentment.”

 

 

 

“Sometimes one likes foolish people for their folly, better than wise people for their wisdom.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Good humor is a tonic for mind and body…”

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“Good humor is a tonic for mind and body. It is the best antidote for anxiety and depression. It is a business asset. It attracts and keeps friends. It lightens human burdens. It is the direct route to serenity and contentment.”

—Grenville Kleiser, 20th Century Professor at Yale University

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To what degree do you feel the need for healing? What stresses and strains have been put on you, your family, and your world this past year?

What tonics and remedies have you tried to reduce the pain and lighten your burdens?

While we continue to try various elixirs and await the day we’ve all received COVID vaccines, how can you add a booster shot of good humor and daily chuckles to your various communities?

EXERCISE:

This link will take you to a variety of past Quotable Coach posts on this approach to better your world.

Please let me know how this strategy works for you!

A well-developed sense of humor

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“A well-developed sense of humor is the pole that adds balance to your steps as you walk the tightrope of life.”

—William Arthur Ward, 20th Century Author of inspirational maxims

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Are you a student of leadership?

If so, I highly suggest you watch the Netflix film, Pope Francis – A Man of His Word.

The film demonstrates a man who lives what he preaches and who has gained the trust of people across the world, from all religions, cultures, and social backgrounds.

His universal wisdom and message of hope provides views on many global questions and issues including social justice, immigration, ecology, wealth inequality, materialism, and the role of the family.

Toward the end of this film he suggests that each of us can participate in this global community effort by wearing a smile more often, and by developing a better sense of humor to add more balance to our lives.

EXERCISE:

Consider watching this important film with family and friends. Allow time after the viewing for discussion and dialogue to see how you can and will benefit from his universal message of hope.

Friday Review of posts on humor

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FRIDAY REVIEW: HUMOR

What makes you laugh? Here are a few humor-related posts you may have missed. Click the links to read the full message.

“I learned that when I made people laugh, they liked me. This is a lesson I’ll never forget.”

 

 

 

 

“Sometimes one likes foolish people for their folly, better than wise people for their wisdom.”

 

 

 

“Your worst humiliation is only someone else’s momentary entertainment.”

 

 

 

 

Your Worst Humiliation

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“Your worst humiliation is only someone else’s momentary entertainment.”

—Attributed to Karen Crockett

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With the advent of social media, YouTube, shows like America’s Funniest Home Videos, and one of my favorites, Outrageous Acts of Science, we all get to see and share a wide variety of life moments. Many of us find the clips entertaining, often at the expense of the people in the clip who might feel embarrassed, shamed, or humiliated.

The reality is that most people move on to the next viral piece of entertainment quite quickly, and dismiss or forget what they saw just moments ago.

Unfortunately, some of us hang on to our embarrassing moments, and wear them as a badge of dishonor – a permanent Scarlet Letter that torments us and sticks around for years.

EXERCISE:

What embarrassing or humiliating event has occurred in your life? How can you move on or let go?  How can you see humor in the situation, to free yourself to live a happier life?

 

Friday Review March 24 2017

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Friday Review: Humor

How would you describe your sense of humor? Here are a few humor-related posts you may have missed. Click on the links to read the full message.

“I learned that when I made people laugh, they liked me. This is a lesson I’ll never forget.”

 

 

 

 

“Humor is the affectionate communication of insight.”

 

 

 

 

“Sometimes one likes foolish people for their folly, better than wise people for their wisdom.”

 

 

Friday Review Humor

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Friday Review: Humor

For greater success in everything: bring more humor into your home and work. Here are a few humor-related posts you may have missed. Click on the quote to read the full message:

  “I learned that when I made people laugh, they liked me. This is a lesson I’ll never forget.”

 

 

 

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“Humor is the affectionate communication of insight.”

 

 

 

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 “Sometimes one likes foolish people for their folly, better than wise people for their wisdom.”

 

 

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“Sometimes one likes foolish people for their folly, better than wise people for their wisdom.”

– Elizabeth Gaskell, British Victorian-Era Novelist

Photo from Flickr by Patrick

Photo from Flickr by Patrick

I consider the Quotable Coach posts as serious business, nuggets of wisdom I hope impact your life.

This quote by Elizabeth Gaskell stopped me in my tracks, and caused me to take more detours to a lighter and jovial side of life. It’s caused me to strengthen my funny bone and avoid the osteoporosis of too much sitting on the mountain of wisdom.

EXERCISE

How can you embrace the foolishness and folly within yourself and others to strengthen your own funny bone, and live a more complete, fulfilling and happier life?

Please feel free to reply to this message, and share any insight you may have on this subject.

affectionate communication of insight

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“Humor is the affectionate communication of insight.”

– Leo Rosten, American novelist

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Stand-up comedians have one of the most difficult jobs on the planet. Imagine waiting 23.5 hours just to stand in front of a packed room with the job of making everyone laugh on cue for 30 minutes, at 11:30 pm!

The masters of this art have an uncanny ability to touch our head, heart, and funny bones with a surprising insight into our inner lives that’s rarely discussed.

Finding those universal notes that harmonize with everyone in the audience is magic, and the resulting synergistic laughter overtakes everyone – causing belly laughs, gasps, and in the best cases, the inability to catch our breath.

Exercise:

How can you learn to develop this special form of communication to deepen your connections with others and attract new people who share  common but hidden affinities and attributes?