Time to Put on Your Party Pants
Time to Put on Your Party Pants
Time to Put on Your Party Pants
Chances are, you know a lot of people. Some of them you work with, some are family or friends, and many of them are simply acquaintances. Of all of the people you know, how many would you consider “uptight”?
I don’t know about you, but I know quite a few uptight people that seem to have lost their sense of humor somewhere along the way. In a day and age where we have more to do than time to do it, lots of stress, and competing priorities, having a sense of humor isn’t a nicety, it’s a necessity.
In a day and age where we have more to do than time to do it, lots of stress, and competing priorities, having a sense of humor isn’t a nicety, it’s a necessity.
Did you know that people with a sense of humor live longer, get sick less, earn more, and are actually better looking? Research has proven that laughter boosts the immune system, relaxes the body, and even protects the heart!
It’s time to put on your party pants! Lighten up, laugh, and have some fun. Whether your find your laughter through being around friends, going to comedy clubs, watching funny movies, or just being goofy, don’t underestimate the power of a belly laugh and a sense of humor. If you live in or around Austin, check out the Moon Tower Comedy Festival.
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It is great to know that having a sense of humor makes me “good looking.” The video is great, thanks for sharing. The ending was fantastic.
Not that you need help being better looking 🙂 Have a great week!
I love how freely he danced around! Without a care of what other people thought about him. And that he knew to bow is hilarious! Thank you for sharing that video. Saturday night I was up late with my 2 teenage daughters and I was overly tired and got all giggly with them. I love it when that happens.
Me too!
Put on your party pants!!! Want to see you wearing yours the next time you speak to our group! (I’ll wear mine if you’ll wear yours!)
You got it!