Finding Humor
January: Finding Humor
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Laugh a little!
Finding the whimsical, incongruous and unexpected. Being able to laugh at oneself, laugh with others, and find humor when levity is needed.
Humor shows resilience. Whenever I was able to laugh about my circumstance, it really helped me to change my perspective.
@Jadiant Quinn survived severe burns and was put into a medically induced coma. Months later he awoke to a new reality where other children called him a “monster” while throwing rocks at him. After years of struggle, Jadiant is now 20 and has learned to love himself.
Semester 2: B4 Homeroom 01.25.21
Instruction:
Choose a video story to view.
Making Connections: How can this Habit of Mind help you in this class? What can we do to recognize and grow this skill?
Make a plan: What will you do TODAY to feel successful THIS WEEK
Guided Discussion
Humor is distinctly social. When humor makes your learning and living engaging, meaningful, memorable and relevant, you’re far more likely to share it and remember it.
Watch a video story and be prepared to share your thoughts using the guided discussion questions that match each video.
Jadiant's Survival Story
Happiness is not someplace you get to, it's a direction in which we walk. What part does humor play in Jadiant's life? How does he use humor to connect with others?
What If? (Randall Munroe)
How might humor help solve problems? Is there a connection between Finding Humor and Flexible Thinking?
I've got 99 Problems...(Maysoon Zayid)
If I can can can, you can can
Maysoon Zayid uses humor to share her story and invites the audience to laugh with her while teaching about diversity.
How does using humor help Maysoon Zayid share her story?
TECH TIPS AND RESOURCES
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Quotes
“ You can increase your brain power three to fivefold simply by laughing and having fun before working on a problem.” — Doug Hall, Author “Time spent laughing is time spent with the Gods.” —
Japanese proverb “ You don’t stop laughing because you grow old; you grow old because you stop laughing.”
— Michael Pritchard “Humor is the sunshine of the mind.” — Edward Bulwer-Lytton
How would you use humor to explain 2020 to your past self?
Humorous Connections
Sometimes we need a time out to laugh. Browse for Some Good News when you need a boost.
B2 Homeroom 01.04.21
Instruction: CONNECTING HUMOR AND PERSEVERANCE
Review the Resource for the week.
Making Connections: How can this Habit of Mind help you in this class? What can we do to recognize and grow this skill?
Make a plan: What will you do TODAY to feel successful THIS WEEK
Guided Discussion
Humor is an intrinsic part of what makes us human. It’s there when we’re getting together with friends and also there in the most unexpected, awkward moments of life. So, in learning, we might use humor to make situations relatable or to ease tension.
Humor makes the world go around. But it’s not always easy to find. We all go through challenges in our lives and before COVID-19, we were no doubt experiencing some of this. Maybe we suffered a job loss, challenges at home or school, or are dealing with a health concern. Perhaps we just broke up with someone or had a fight with a friend. This is life and we’re all in it. The events of 2020 just makes everything more intense.
On a global scale, we've witnessed hardship and suffering. And the flip side is, we are also witnessing empathy, compassion, joy, and giving. People are volunteering where they can, reaching out to those in need, supporting those they love. A lot of good is happening. The vernacular is “we’re in this together.” We need to see the good moments to shine the light. Consequently, humor goes a long way right now.
As we reflect on the past year and look to the year ahead, what have you learned about yourself and your ability to persevere?
What part might humor play in developing perseverance?
Keep laughing! It's good for you.
Laughter strengthens the immune system, activates the brain's dopamine reward system, and stimulates goal-oriented motivation and long-term memory
Positive & Negative Humor
Not all humor is equal. Humor can be used to flatter and encourage. It can also be used to hurt.
How can you halt negative humor?
How can you use positive humor help those around you?
A3 Homeroom 01.11.21
Instruction: HUMOR HEALS
Review the Resource for the week.
Making Connections: How can this Habit of Mind help you in this class? What can we do to recognize and grow this skill?
Make a plan: What will you do TODAY to feel successful THIS WEEK
Guided Discussion
Humor Heals
Finding humor in personal challenges can be daunting for many of us. But research shows laughter is beneficial for optimal emotional health. In addition, it sparks a sense of interconnectedness. Here are few ways to find humor, in case you don’t live with a comedian:
Watch a comedy movie, tv show or YouTube clips
Follow comedians or funny Twitter or Insta feeds
Is satire your thing? Check out www.theonion.com
Call that funny friend that always puts a small on your face.
Find a joke of the day and share it.
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