Funambulist

Born with linked funny bones,  I have the good fortune of observing or discovering humor in all situations.  Others might feel frustration where I search for hilarity.  Grasping for silly makes my day!

Sprinkling writing with humor entertains an audience. It beguiles through the presentation of ideas with the spirit of fun.  The ability to perceive the comical or absurd aspects in human life helps everyone relieve tension.

Life can appear ridiculous at times.  Meet it head on with a guffaw!

The attitude of humor involves a sudden change. The writer reveals a contrast: a reverse of the normal and abnormal, expected and unexpected. 

Developing a sense of humor comes from examining what's funny in yourself.  Examine your quirks, habits, biases and outlooks as sources of material.  People laugh at surprise and misfortune. Two things that don't fit together also provide chuckles.

Surprise humor leads in one direction and takes a turn.

Make it funny, keep it funny and don't pass up opportunities to make it funnier.  You will discover humor self-generates.

Become patient as you exercise your funny bones.  Don't worry if what makes you laugh rolls right off of someone else.  Go for it anyway. Tickle yourself even if no one else responds. Laugh in the mirror to change a dark mood.

Try rolling down the window and laughing at a stop light or while waiting in line at the supermarket. Laughter's contagious. Infect everyone you know!

Become a funambulist - acrobat or tight rope walker.

In addition to rope dancing, funambulist also refers to a person with mental agility and skill - a writer. As writers, we struggle from concept to expression along lines that quiver with illusion and reality. 

Begin rope dancing with a thought, add a feeling, and a difficult aspect of life.  See where agility and skill move you.  Don't forget to add illusions and humor along with the reality.

Creative Write:  Spend the next 24 hours creating a cranky-free world around you. Instead of voicing a complaint, use your energy to create a positive solution. Let humor conquer all!

If anyone asks why you aren't serious, just laugh.