A little perspective, like a little humor, goes a long way.

Laughter, and the broader category of humor, are key elements in helping us go on with our life after a loss.

When we can find some humor in our upsets, they no longer seem as large or as important as they once did.

Research has shown that people who volunteer often live longer.

When we are dealing with death we are constantly being dragged down by the event: Humor diverts our attention and lifts our sagging spirits.

There is always something to chuckle about. Sometimes we see it. Sometimes … we don't. Still, the world is filled with humor. It is there when we are happy and it is there to cheer us up when we are not.

Humor does not diminish the pain - it makes the space around it get bigger.