The Workshop Went Great. So Why Do I Feel Disappointed?

Tips for overcoming disappointment

Nov 14 • 

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How to Use Humor Intentionally for Yourself and Others

The most important part of your skill of humor.

Nov 7 • 

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October 2025

No One is Born Funny

4 Simple Steps to Be Funny on Purpose

Oct 31 • 

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The First Step to Developing a Sense of Humor

Your skill of humor starts with something you already have: your sense of humor.

Oct 24 • 

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Why Humor Is a Skill Worth Learning

And why learning it now matters more than ever (especially in the age of AI).

Oct 17 • 

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A Proper Welcome to this Community of Funny Humans

I finally wrote the welcome email for new readers... but realized it’s something I should’ve sent to all of you.

Oct 10 • 

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The Story I Never Expected to Tell

How I ended up on the Influence mainstage with a story I wrote 16 hours earlier.

Oct 3 • 

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September 2025

The Curse of Knowledge Is Killing Your Stories

It’s not your fault, you’re too close to it. Here’s what to do.

Sep 26 • 

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It’s Easy to Be Cynical. There’s a Better Option.

A practical way to soften setbacks, fuel momentum, and make the ride more fun

Sep 19 • 

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The Art of the Humorbrag

A research-backed way to brag without the cringe.

Sep 12 • 

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You Are What You Consume

Mental Residue and the Lingering Effects on What You Watch, Read, and Hear

Sep 5 • 

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August 2025

Why I Haven't Hit Send

And the evolution of teaching the skill of humor.

Aug 29 • 

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