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Researchers have theorized that a sense of humor is made up of six basic variables:

1. the cognitive ability to create or understand jokes
2. an appreciation, and enjoyment of jokes
3. behavior patterns of joking and laughing
4. cheerful or humorous temper...

Are Your Jokes Doing More Harm Than Good?

Using humor is a fun way to connect with people, but it's important not to hurt others with your jokes.

Do people seem to avoid you when you make fun of them or criticize them? Do you find p...

Control the flow of conversation and make others feel comfortable:

• Think of things you would and wouldn’t like to talk about and use that as an initial guide.
• Be nice, as opposed to trying to sound brilliant.
• Tell stories.
• Ask questions.