Latest "Laughter" Posts
Way Beyond Comedy
“Against the assault of laughter, nothing can stand.” -Mark Twain When I give my talks, people often ask, “What is it about comedians that separate them from everyone else?” My answer is simple – it’s the way we/they look at life. A comedian views life and all of its obstacles, tragedies, mistakes and embarrassing moments […]
You Need a New York Attitude!
I am known by many as the “Attitude Adjuster” I show people how to start each day with an unstoppable attitude to succeed and how to stay motivated throughout the day, regardless of their circumstances. I know that sounds like a tall order, but that’s what I do and I don’t mind saying that I […]
Humor Being to the Rescue | The importance of Humor in Business and in Life
The first time I can recall my sense of humor having a dramatic effect on my life was when I was in the third grade. I was performing in the play “Alice in Wonderland.” No, I wasn’t Alice. I was Humpty Dumpty. You know, the egghead who was damaged irreparably when he found out he […]
A SHIFT to a Happier Mind-set | The Girl with the Radiant Smile
One day I was walking along a pier in San Diego when I noticed a young woman dancing and singing softly to herself. Occasionally, she would stop and take a sip of her coffee. As I walked by she waved and smiled, and this wasn’t just a run-of-the-mill, everyday smile. It was a radiant smile […]
How to Stay Positive during Adverse Times
Anyone can tell you that one key to living a happy, successful life is having a positive attitude, especially during adverse times. I know that sometimes it’s impossible to justify the depth of misfortune we encounter. I know that sometimes it seems impossible to stand tall and be positive when it feels like your world […]
A Simple SHIFT to Laughter Humor in Business and in Life
Years ago, I was speaking in the Midwest. I needed to stock up on writing accessories, so I drove to a nearby K-Mart. As I proceeded to purchase my goods, I noticed there was only one register open, so I took my place at the end of a long line. While waiting, I heard the […]
It’s A Matter Of Choice
Choice! The key is choice. You have options. You need not spend your life wallowing in failure, ignorance, grief, poverty, shame, and self-pity. But hold on! If this is true, then why have so many among us apparently elected to live in that manner? The answer is obvious. Those who live in unhappy failure have […]
If You Can Find Humor In Anything….
Years ago, I was watching a television news special. Dan Rather was interviewing Bill Cosby only weeks after his son was murdered. After sharing his grief over his son’s death, the comedian was asked what I thought was a very difficult, if not unfair, question. “Now that Bill Cosby’s son is no longer with us,” said Rather “what […]
Better Left To Chance, Than to Miss "The Dance" – A Message for Everyone in Business & in Life
Holding you, I held everything For a moment, wasn’t I the king? But if I’d only known how the king would fall Hey who’s to say? You know I might have changed it all And now, I’m glad I didn’t know The way it all would end, the way it all would go Our lives, […]
My New Year’s Resolution? Make NO New Year’s Resolutions!
Hey everyone, Steve Rizzo here. Well a New Year is here and I want to take this time to wish everyone a very Happy, Successful and Healthy New Year. I also want to take this time to share with you my New Year’s Resolution. Are you ready? My New Year’s Resolution is to not make any […]
