Fri, November 29, 2024

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Daily Cartoon: Friday, November 29th

[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Fri, Nov 29th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Celebrating the Art Movement That Wasn't
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[ Thu, Nov 28th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Thu, Nov 28th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Thu, Nov 28th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Thu, Nov 28th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

The Great Gags From 'Airplane!' and More

[ Thu, Nov 28th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Thu, Nov 28th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Daily Cartoon: Thursday, November 28th

[ Thu, Nov 28th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

15 Hilariously Relatable Reasons Why Tesla Drivers Drive Everyone Crazy
Wed, November 27, 2024

[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Amazing Michael Keaton Quotes From His Best Movies

[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Last Christmas: The Underrated Holiday Gem You Need to Watch This Season

[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

7 'SNL' Thanksgiving Sketches to Watch for a Guaranteed Laugh This Week

[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

37 Funny Comics On Life's Relatable Situations And Some Cat Humor By Maritsa Patrinos (New Pics)

[ Wed, Nov 27th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Daily Cartoon: Wednesday, November 27th
Tue, November 26, 2024

[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

9 Bizarre Comics Infused With Dark Humor And Unexpected Twists By Dogmodog (New Pics)

[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Daily Cartoon: Tuesday, November 26th

[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

58 Best Compliments for Men That Will Make Any Guy Smile

[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Chris Conidis Unveils "Progress City": A Satirical Take on Futurism and Modern Life

[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Unhinged marketing how brands can get weird in their advertising

[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Tue, Nov 26th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

19 Dark Humor Comics With Surprising Twists By Dogmodog (New Pics)
Mon, November 25, 2024

[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Daily Cartoon: Monday, November 25th

[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

How Humor Takes the Edge off Hard Times

[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Mon, Nov 25th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Sun, Nov 24th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Sun, Nov 24th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

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[ Sun, Nov 24th 2024 ]: Phil Bruner

Today's 'Wordle' #1254 Hints, Clues And Answer For Sunday, November 24th

How Humor Takes the Edge off Hard Times

When life feels difficult, humor can be a coping mechanism that relieves stress and offers the breathing room to keep going, scientists say
The article from Scientific American titled "How Humor Can Help You Get Through Hard Times" explores the psychological benefits of humor during challenging situations. It discusses how humor, particularly positive humor, can act as a coping mechanism by reducing stress, enhancing mood, and fostering resilience. The piece highlights research indicating that humor can buffer against depression and anxiety, improve immune function, and even increase pain tolerance. It explains that humor helps by providing a different perspective on problems, making them seem less overwhelming, and by promoting social bonds through shared laughter, which can lead to emotional support. The article also touches on the different types of humor, noting that while self-enhancing and affiliative humor are beneficial, aggressive or self-defeating humor might not yield the same positive outcomes. Overall, the article underscores humor's role in not just surviving but thriving through adversity.

Read the Full Scientific American Article at [ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-humor-can-help-you-get-through-hard-times/ ]