a fUNNY wAY tO lOOK aT sTRESS

A Funny Way To Look At Stress

WARNING!: THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS EXPLICIT LANGUAGE!

I'm just going to say what we all know. Everybody’s stressed out. You, me, your neighbor, your cousin, your dog —hell, even your houseplants are probably feeling the pressure. We all get caught up in this back-and-forth infinity loop of “I have too much shit to do but I really need a break!” and then we freak ourselves out because, surprise, we can only do one damn thing at a time and get so much done in a day. Picture rush hour traffic, but it's happening inside your head, and every thought is honking at the others to move faster.

You know that feeling where you’re being yanked in a million directions, like you’re some kind of human Stretch Armstrong? That’s tension, my friend. And it doesn’t matter if it’s your job, your family, your social life, or just trying to remember to buy toilet paper—stress is stress. It all starts to blend together into this nasty tasting, anxiety smoothie. And if you start thinking, “Shit, I’m not doing any of this right.” Welcome to the club. We’ve got jackets.

So what the hell do you do about it? How do you stop your heart from pounding out of your chest and your brain from running wind sprints at 2am? Here’s what I’ve got for you:

**First up: The 105 Principle.**

Ask yourself: Five years from now, is this thing I’m losing my mind over actually going to matter? Is anyone going to give a flying fuck if you sent that email today or tomorrow? If you missed a spot mowing the lawn? If you forgot to RSVP to your cousin’s third wedding? Probably not. And even if it does matter now, a hundred years from now? We’ll all be worm food. Nobody’s going to care if you didn’t get your nails done or if you left a coffee stain on your shirt. So why are you letting it eat you alive right now?

**Second: The 2P Principle.**

Nothing is perfect. Nothing is permanent. Read that again. You’re not perfect, your boss isn’t perfect, your kids aren’t perfect, and your sweetheart's taste in music sure as hell isn’t perfect. And guess what? Nothing lasts forever. That haircut you hate? It’ll grow out. That project at work? It’ll change, or get replaced, or someone will screw it up again next week. The car you just washed? A bird’s gonna shit on it before you even get home. So stop trying to freeze time and make everything flawless. It’s not gonna happen, and you’re just making yourself miserable trying.

Stress Management Revealed

Here’s the bottom line: You can only do one thing at a time. You’re not an octopus. You’re not a robot. You’re a human being, and you’re allowed to fuck up, forget things, and not have your shit together 24/7. That’s life. So, practice these principles. Notice I said practice, because you’re not going to nail it every time. You’ll forget, you’ll stress, you’ll fall back into old habits. It's cool. Just try again. No matter what it is, things usually take longer than you think and since when do people hit the bullseye on the first try?

OK, that’s your pep talk for today. Think about it as you make choices...what really matters??

So, take a breath. Love somebody. Hell, love as many people as you can. And don’t forget to love yourself, too. Because at the end of the day, none of this other crap is going to matter as much as that.

So goodbye for now, I'm going to go somewhere and try to take my own damn advice. As for you, when you get a chance, maybe take a nap. You’ve earned it.

Is Humor the Sixth Love Language? Here's 6 reasons why the answer is yes!

Having a good laugh together

Ah, love. It makes the world go 'round, they say. But what makes love go 'round? Flowers? Chocolates? Sappy Hallmark cards? Well, sure, those are all lovely, but I'm here to argue that humor might just be the unsung hero of romance. Is humor the sixth love language? Well, why not? It's like the secret sauce that can turn an ordinary relationship into an extraordinary one. So, let's dive into the delightful world of chuckles and giggles, and see how humor can spice up your love life!

1. First things first, laughter is just plain good for you. It's like a mini cardio workout without breaking a sweat! Ever had a hearty laugh that left your abs sore? That's your body thanking you for those natural endorphins that come with a good guffaw. So, having a good laugh together is like signing up for a couples' aerobics class – minus the spandex!

2. Stress, we all have it. Work, bills, and life in general can be a heavy load to bear. But when you've got a partner in laughter, you've got a built-in stress reliever. That witty quip or silly face can turn your frazzled frown upside down faster than you can say "serenity now!" 

Humor can be a cupid's arrow for your relationship

3. But it's not just about de-stressing; humor can be a cupid's arrow for your relationship. When you both share a hearty laugh, it creates a bond that's stronger than super glue. It's like you've cracked a secret code of intimacy – you get each other in ways no one else does. It's like having a magical key that unlocks a door to a secret garden of love, and you don't even have to worry about watering the plants! 

4. Now, if you have little bundles of joy running around the house, humor is your knight in shining armor. Kids can be exhausting, and a well-timed joke can be the saving grace of sanity. It's like a parental superpower – you can diffuse tantrums with a silly face or turn mundane tasks into fun adventures. The family that smiles together, stays together. 

The family that smiles together, stays together!

5. And let's not forget the sheer joy of sharing laughter with your special someone. There's something indescribably magical about having a partner who makes you constantly laugh and smile. Just think about those inside jokes that only the two of you understand, it's a secret language of love. And don't overlook how sexy smiles and laughter can be. The way your partner's eyes crinkle when they laugh, or that mischievous grin that says more than words ever could.

6. Pro Tip: A shared laugh is like a candlelight dinner for your relationship. if you want to spice up your romance try trading your sultry pout for a playful grin – It's like adding a dash of romance to make your love life sizzle! 

A Different Kind of Bedroom Fun

So, what's the strategy here? Simple: find something to smile and laugh about every day. It could be a ridiculous YouTube video, a corny joke, or just a funny story from your day. The more you radiate cheerfulness the more you'll absorb; it's like a love potion that never fails!

In the quest for love, don't forget to make room for laughter. Is humor the sixth love language? Well, it's not written in any relationship manual, but it sure should be. Whether it's reducing stress, deepening your connection, or making everyday life a little more fun, humor can be your love life's best friend. Try to grin and giggle folks, because there's nothing like lots of laughs to make your love story legendary.

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A happy life strategy: find something to smile and laugh about every day