Using humor for well-being benefits is research-backed.

Find seven tips to make light of any situation, from a psychologist and joy expert.

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Laughter can be a way to lighten a heavy moment and can be an excellent coping mechanism for difficulties.

Read on to learn eight strategies that Harry and Dr.

Snow recommend for folks to find humor in the midst of not-so-easy times.

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a joy strategist, philanthropist, creative director, and life coach who believes “joy is your birthright”

7 tips to use humor for well-being, like when youre in dark times

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Youre laughing at yourself that youve had to go through this ridiculous exercise to remember your blessings.

Wear silly props

Props are always the way, says Harry.

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Snow, because they make people laugh.

Crack a smile

According to Dr.

Snow, smiling offers similar health benefits to its more audible cousin laughter.

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Regardless of which humor-boosting tactic you use, though, Dr. …

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