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

And, unlike the earlier bombing on the World Trade Center, a major landmark and symbol of the strength of the financial world was, not just damaged but, totally destroyed.

When you do find humor in trying times, one of the first and most important changes you experience is that you see your perplexing problems in a new way - you suddenly have a new perspective on them.

Research has shown that people who volunteer often live longer.

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

In looking for humor, keep in mind this guideline: Sometimes it takes a little time to see the humor in your upsets; you may not find something to laugh about immediately.

Any attempts at humor immediately after September 11th were deemed tasteless.