Humor has always been associated with the human need to amuse, and be amused. It has claimed its prime spot in entertainment due to overwhelming audience acceptance. But what is it about humor that made it one of the most powerful forces in our society? There are a lot of instances that humor can be employed; other than your local comedy club:
1. Getting out of an awkward situation.
2. Meeting people.
3. Passing time.
4. Running for a position in government.
5. Getting people's attention.
6. Sprucing up your love life.
7. Comforting people who are down.
8. Making others smile.
If I type all of humor's various purposes here... Forever will not suffice.
Sarcasm is a form favored by the urbanized. The upper-class have found sarcastic humor a light escape from the conditions of everyday living, giving the routinary a bite in the ass. Slapstick comedy is usually appreciated by the masses. An exaggeration of reality has almost always found ways to make your bellies ache with laughter. Impersonation is also a treat for everyone, sarcasm and slapstick comedy is employed in order to make the character larger than life.
In conclusion, employ humor in your life, and society will laugh with you.
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