This Week with Introspective
The definition of Humor from the Strengths Profile:
You love making people laugh and look for every opportunity to do so.
You are able see the funny side of things and like to share this with others.
You have the ability to crack a joke or tell a story that lightens the mood and gives enjoyment to others.
Questions to help you bring this strength to life:
How can I use humor to help others feel more comfortable, connected, or at ease?
Who in my life could benefit from a dose of lightheartedness or playfulness right now?
How does humor help me express my authentic self?
Resources of the Week
Article
Laughter In Leadership: How Humor Enhances Workplace Performance
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Leadership is often associated with qualities like decisiveness, resilience and the ability to keep a straight face during a never-ending Zoom call. But one powerful—and often overlooked—leadership tool is humor.
By Cheryl Robinson
Book
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Why Humor Is A Secret Weapon In Business And Life
by Jennifer Aaker & Naomi Bagdonas
Video
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Humor is something that transcends most barriers. It is a common unification; a concept understood by all. Despite this, there exists a large portion of the population that does not think they can utilize humor.
By Andrew Tarvin
Strength Story: Humor
The Strength of Humor
For Max, humor became the key to creating a warm and memorable atmosphere while MC’ing his sister’s wedding. By balancing lightheartedness with sincerity, he helped guests feel connected, at ease, and fully present in the moment. Leaning into his Humor strength allowed him to engage the room naturally, add joy without overshadowing the emotion of the night, and create an experience people remembered long after.
Fact of the Week
People who regularly use their natural strengths — including Humor — experience higher levels of happiness and lower levels of stress. In fact, humor is one of the strengths most strongly linked to daily positive emotion and resilience. When you share laughter or lighten the mood, you’re not just making others smile — you’re also boosting your own well-being.
Source: Peterson, C. & Seligman, M.
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