We live in a world that is filled with hate and violence. Every evening on the news we are told tales of war, murders, rapes, and savage beating; we are constantly bombarded with pessimistic and depressing images. One thing that helps us survive in a world shrouded in negativity is a sense of humor. If we didn't maintain a sense of humor, chances are, we'd all end up discouraged and suicidal. A sense of humor is vital in our lives.

Our mental and physical well-being is often determined by the level of stress we experience. One of the ways to keep stress at a healthy level is to ass some humor pressure and heart disease. Stress has become such a debilitating force in our lives, some organizations are holding laughter workshops to help employees learn to relax. Not only does humor help our physical well-being, it also makes...