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"SECRETS FOR BEATING THE HOLIDAY BLUES AND PREVENTING HOLIDAY BURNOUT" by Steve Wilson

Excerpt from "Long in The Tooth" by Florence Ditlow.

Excerpt from "Beyond Medicine" by Dr. Steve Yarnall.

"Hope, Laughter and Humor in Residents and Staff at an Assisted Living Facility" Nancy G. Westberg, PhD., Associate Professor, Counseling Services, Rider University, Lawrenceville, NJ. In this study, hope levels and laughter and humor experiences of 24 elderly residents and 21 staff at an assisted living facility were assessed and compared. Residents and staff reported numerous benefits from humor and laughing but differences arose between the two groups about the sources and frequency of humor and laughter. Implications for mental health counselors are delineated. (Journal of Mental Health Counseling, January 2003.)

“Sometimes You Just Have To Cry” ©2003 BY Janet S. Lifshin (450 words)

"Looking at Language-The Power of Laughter" by Richard Lederer, with permission (667 words)
This article takes a concise look at the importance of humor and laughter, refers to human beings as 'homo guffawus', includes the Navajo First Laugh Ceremony, and quotes some well-known people.

"Laugher Clubs Are a Big Hit With the Elder-ish" by Steve Wilson (2,100 words)
This article looks at the needs of the elderly and why Laughter Clubs are so popular with this age group; citing recent demographic statistics pointing to concerns of care, and includes testimonials from 80+year-old Laughter Club members.

"Certified Laughter Leaders' Charter Year - What We Are Learning" by Steve Wilson (1,800 words)
The first in a series of articles that will examine what we are learning from the training and practical experiences of Certified Laughter Leaders in the USA and Canada. Introduces a diagram model to facilitate understand of the humor-laughter continuum of interests and therapies.

"Humor in Not-So-Funny Times" by Allen Klein, CSP, MA (480 words)
Shows how we can apply the spirit of laughter in our lives to give hope even in difficult situations.

"Serious Illness Is Not Funny But Funny Things Happen" by Allen Klein, CSP, MA (500 words)
Drawn from true life experiences, a perceptive demonstration of how the spirit of laughter can help make the unbearable a little bit more bearable.

"Laughter Clubs Are a Big Hit With the Elder-ly (and I am Getting to Be One)" by Steve Wilson (2000 words)
Why have Laughter Clubs become a surprisingly popular activity in long term care? The answer lies in how the activity is conducted and what it does to benefit both residents and staff.

"A Funny Valentine Could Be Serious" by Steve Wilson (1200 words)
Humor & intimate relationships.

"Humor and Healing: Your Invisible Weapon" by Steve Wilson (800 words)
The power of laughter keeps us healthy.

"Taking Humor Seriously" by Steve Wilson (2,200 words)
Humor & healing. The author shares some of the personal events plus research that make him serious about humor.

"Play Improves Morale and Productivity" by Steve Wilson (1000 words)
Why & how to apply the right playfulness at the right time for workplace benefits.

"Must A Woman Be Funny In Order To Be Taken Seriously?" by Steve Wilson (1200 words)
Gender differences when it comes to humor.

"The UH-OH SQUAD and Other Workplace Innovations" by Steve Wilson (1500 words)
Stress reduction explains how to use one of Steve's funniest inventions for serious results.

"Keep Your Funny Side Up: Discover the Humor Perspective" by Steve Wilson (1100 words)
How humor helps you shift your perspective to prevent stress and keep you productive.

"Let Them Laugh: Laughing Matters in The Classroom" by Steve Wilson (1500 words)
Based on evidence from the best educators, tips for parents and teachers.

"Try It, You'll Like It! Humor, Coping & Healing" by Steve Wilson (1600 words)
Effective use of humor takes practice. Examples of how humor worked for a nurse, a cardiac patient, and a ten year-old boy.

"The Humor of Recovery: Pointed, Poignant, Powerful" by Steve Wilson (1200 words)
Psychology & Health. How & why humor supports recovery from co-dependence and compulsive/addictive behavior.

"Humor, Consciousness, and Competence" by Steve Wilson (1500 words)
Understanding where you are in the 'humor spectrum' of awareness-effectiveness can help you develop a wonderful sense of humor.

"Stress Is No Laughing Matter...Or Is It?" by Steve Wilson (1400 words)
Explains how the right humor at the right time can help you ward off the ill effects of stress.

"The Senses of Humor" by Steve Wilson (1400 words)
Explodes some myths about humor and encourages the development of a personal sense of humor because 'it's different jokes for different folks.'

"Humor: The Secret Success Ingredient For Professional Secretaries" by Steve Wilson (1983 words)
Shows that changing roles place new demands for professionalism; explains how strategic uses of humor by women help them gain credibility and advancement.

"Laugh Traction: Getting A Grip On The Right Kind Of Humor" by Steve Wilson
How humor--if it is positive--can improve motivation and personal relationships while it helps reduce stress.

"Are We Having Fun Yet At Work? 71 Ways" by Steve Wilson
A compilation of seventy-one ways people are having fun at work. Collected by Steve during his seminars for business.

"Kindly Use Humor...Kindly" by Steve Wilson (872 words)
Seven golden rules for using humor in the most positive ways: to help, to relate, to motivate, to connect, and to uplift.

"Happiness Is An Inside Job" by Steve Wilson (570 words)
Explains how disillusionment is a good thing. Includes Steve's popular ABC's of Happiness.

"Nobody Helped" by Steve Wilson (aprox 1,800 words)
Tells the true story of how Steve, Dr. Kataria & Arya Pathria invoked the principle of the Spirit of Laughter to get through a harrowing day of obstacles and disappointments.

"A Funny Thing Happened on The Way to Mumbai" by Steve Wilson (1,569 words)
Steve and Pam Wilson describe their adventurous first visit to India, including an important list of faulty dire warnings and very good advice.

"How Clowns Can Share The Soul And Spirit Of Laughter Clubs With Seniors" by Jacki Kwan (1,030 words)
Explains the basic structure of Laughter Clubs and why it is a valuable tool for caring clowns.

"Modulation of Neuroimmune Parameters During the Eustress of Humor-Associated Mirthful Laughter" By Lee S. Berk, MPH, DrPH, David L. Felten, MD, PhD, Stanley A Tan, MD, PhD, Barry B. Bittman, MD, and James Westengard, BS.
A recent significant report of original research that will be very important to the field of laughter and humor.

"Humor an Antidote for Stress" by Patty Wooten RN, BSN, (2745 words)
Originally appeared in Holistic Nursing Practice. 10 (2), 1996, 49-55. The hows & whys of humor, compassionate laughter and healing by a renowned expert.

"Humor and Disability" by R. Bruce Baum, Ed.D. (2,400 words)
Those people with disabilities who can find joy, amusement and fun in their life experiences will have a better chance of enjoying life compared to those who cannot or choose not to view their own circumstances from a positive perspective.

"Lessons From the Mouths of Babes" by Karyn Buxman. (325 words)
An episode from the cross-country travels of the World Laughter Tour reminds us to enjoy the kid in all of us.

Note: These articles are downloadable and are intended for your private use, never for sale. You may reprint any article on a "one-time publication" basis. When reprinting, you must include both the by-line/copyright information right after the title and the credit/contact information at the end, and send us two copies of the publication in which it appears!! Upon request, we will provide you with a black & white photo to accompany the articles. Contact us.