No matter what has happened, you too have the power to enjoy yourself.

Research has shown that people who volunteer often live longer.

Sometimes it takes ten seconds to see some humor in your dilemmas, sometimes ten years.

It is still not clear from this study how laughter can directly help the heart but other studies have shown that laughter is beneficial for every system in the body.

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.

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

I contend that not only can you laugh at adversity, but it is essential to do so if you are to deal with setbacks without defeat.