Posts tagged "Laughter"
Bad Mood? Here’s How to Bounce Back into a Good One
Years ago, in the middle of my comedy career, I was in New York City driving a rental car that kept breaking down. It was 98 degrees, the air conditioning didn’t work, and sweat was pouring from my body. To make matters worse, I was in the world’s biggest traffic jam and I was already […]
Give the Gift of Laughter
“Tis the season for holiday parties, family dinners and of course family arguments.” Isn’t this supposed to be the season to be jolly? Yet most people I know this time of year are usually pretty grumpy. So this holiday season I’ve decided to give the gift of laughter. Laughter is one of our greatest gifts. […]
Make your Kid Laugh-Toddler Laughing Hysterically at Steve Rizzo
Hello my Fellow Humor Beings, Please watch this video and witness the power of Laughter!! Peace & Laughter, Steve
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 […]
Unleash Your Humor Being
We’re living in a world that’s moving incredibly fast. On top of our personal problems and everyday pressures, newspapers and evening newscasts tell us our economy is falling apart, corporations are being forced to downsize and massive technological advances are causing people to re-evaluate, adjust and change their lives. Cell phones, Blackberries, iPhones and tablet […]
One of our Greatest Gifts in Business and in Life
Laughter is surely one of our greatest gifts. What good is a gift that we don’t use? (The fruitcakes at Christmas don’t count. Those are always best left uneaten.) I understand that there are times when your problems and concerns are so overwhelming that it feels disrespectful to laugh, you just don’t want to […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
How to Captivate an Audience with Laughter
No matter what group I’m speaking to or what program I’m giving, I always start off with 5 to 10 minutes of non-stop comedy. Why? Because nothing can captivate an audience and hold their attention more than “The Power of Laughter.” As soon as the laughter starts I can actually feel the tension in the […]
