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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

Want More Joy? Try Taking Yourself Less Seriously with Comedian Chris Duffy

Sep 28, 2026 · 46m

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When we’re exhausted, overworked, or just going through a difficult time, our instinct is often to put our heads down and simply focus on getting through it. But those serious moments may actually be when we benefit from a little silliness and absurdity the most. Laurie explores the science of humor with comedian Chris Duffy, host of How to Be a Better Human and author of the new book Humor Me: How Laughing More Can Make You Present, Creative, Connected, and Happy . Chris shares what he’s learned about how to find humor in almost any situation — and how embracing the funny can improve our wellbeing in surprising ways. Experts Mentioned: Chris Duffy , comedian, author, and…