Humor: The Best Medicine

Living in the middle of Politics Central, Michigan, I know that there are days when we could all use a little more humor in our lives. I think too many folks here in Lansing take themselves too seriously, and that it's a trait not necessarily reserved just to those in government and politics.

Why does humor exist but to help us through this crazy thing called Life?

Wouldn't life be a little more tolerable if we all laughed a little more?

As a blogger, one of my more notable trademarks is my use of snark, or witty sarcastic humor. I find that the more frustrating moments of politics are usually best dealt with through snarkiness. I like to think of it as a healthy, humorous outlet for my frustration, and much physically safer than banging my head against a wall or shouting at the computer/TV/newspaper.

There's also plenty of well-documented health benefits to humor. For instance:

reduce stress lower blood pressure elevate mood boost immune system improve brain functioning	protect the heart connect you to others foster instant relaxation make you feel good.

and this is just to name a few from this fantastic resource.

If it's humor sources you're looking for, here's a good list to start with.

• Michigan native, nationally-known comedian, and my former neighbor, John Heffron
• One of the funniest TV shows on two continents - The Office, and check out the dry British version
• Michigan funny lady and long time snarky blogger - Jamelah
• Two of my most favorite recent blog posts deserving high snark awards at Honest Errors and WizardKitten.
  

So do yourself, your friends, your co-workers, and your body a favor - laugh a little more and enjoy yourself, life's too short!