Fun Friday - An Aging Metabolism

 

YouTube Video: What happens when you feel you have an aging metabolism?

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Monday Musings – When Laughter is Your Go To Self-Care

 

Have you ever heard the statement, “You can’t pour from an empty cup?” What is your understanding of that statement? For me it means that you take care of yourself before you can help others (I read that somewhere). After you read this post, I want you to leap into action and do something for yourself, and don’t talk yourself out of it.

This week I’m pouring back into my cup through comedy. The root of my passion for comedy is three-fold:

1.      I like to write, and I like humor.

2.      Hearing laughter during a comedy performance is exhilarating.

3.     There is joy in knowing others are having a good time engaging in laughter and taking a break from life’s daily stressors.

As I write this blog post, I am preparing for upcoming shows this week. Every comedian prepares their set differently. My process begins with collecting ideas. When I observe something that I find funny, I write it down or snap a picture. It could be a phrase I overhear, or a sign posted somewhere that makes no sense.

One day my son and I were in different areas of the house, I yelled for him to do something for me. The thing is I called him by his brother’s name instead of his name. He then says, “Do I need to wear a name tag?”

I rolled my eyes and said, “that’s why you end up in my comedy sets.”

I mentioned in a previous post that my son and I were taking a comedy class together. Well, that class has ended and it’s time for our class showcase. If you’re in the area, stop by and catch a few laughs. I’ll share a snippet of what I plan to talk about.

The premise (main topic) of my set is homeownership, more specifically, the frustrating things that happen related to a homeowner’s association. This is new material, so I’ll test it out at an open mic tonight before I perform at the class showcase.

This is the first set in a while that I haven’t included some antic about my son. I can’t say the same about him. He talks a little about homeownership too, but I’m the punchline to his joke.

My son hasn’t said that he plans to become a comedian, but he’s had fun testing out his comedic side on stage. I, on the other hand, plan to continue to spread the joy of laughter and uncover humor in everyday situations.

Laughter is at the top of my list for things to include in my self-care. Refuel, reenergize and refill your cup. You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of you.

Laugh long, laugh hard, and laugh often.

 

 

 

Fun Friday – Where do you find humor?

 

Laughter with friends

Did you know that children laugh over 200 times a day and adults only about 17 times? It’s time to increase our laugh quotient. Humor is all around us. Think about that statement and observe your surroundings as you go through your day.

If you have ever received unwanted emails, take a look at them before deleting; see if you can uncover humor. I sometimes wonder how I am targeted for certain emails. Here’s what was going through my head as I read through emails recently:

No, I’ve never been to Camp Lejeune.

No, I don’t have a pending asbestos lawsuit.

And Harry’s Men’s Razor…please stop pressuring me about my mustache. How do they even know I have a mustache?

Family can also serve as a source of humor, without even realizing it. I had a conversation the other day with my roommate (my adult son), “Buddy, could you unload the dishwasher for me? This is not the first time I’ve mentioned this.”

He said, “Oh, I forget about the dishes. I don’t go over that way much.”

“It’s next to the refrigerator!”

I love my family, but I also read them my Miranda Rights of Comedy. You have the right to remain silent. Anything crazy, dumb, or stupid that you say, may end up in my comedy.

If by chance humor doesn’t jump out at you, create it yourself.

If you are ready to engage in laughter join me and several of my fellow comedians for a Zoom Comedy Showcase – February 13^th 7pm EST. The show is free, but you must register to receive the link.

May your days be filled with laughter.