James ThurberHumor is emotional chaos remembered in tranquility.
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Humor is emotional chaos remembered in tranquility. Humor is a funny thing, it’s funny because it’s emotional and chaotic. In moments of clarity, humor tends to be calm and controlled. It’s the opposite of the emotional chaos that sets up our funny moments. For example, if you are mad at someone, you might start telling jokes to diffuse the tension. Humor is emotional chaos remembered in tranquility.
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