Throughout history, great leaders have known the power of humor.

Since the goal of my programs is to show audiences how humor can both help them heal as well as deal with not-so-funny stuff, I decided to discuss the events of the previous week, the pain all of us were feeling, and how humor and some laughter might be beneficial.

Our attitudes are the crayons that color our world.

Kids can amuse themselves with almost anything.

Advertisers also know that humor can help bond us to their product.

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.

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