Humour: The Creative Equalizer.
Growing up, I was always the kid who loved a good laugh. I found humour in the most unexpected places and used it as a tool to navigate the ups and downs of life. Fast forward to today, and not much has changed. In the high-paced world of the creative industry, I've found that humour is still one of the best tools I have.
Humour is one of the best tools to navigate this journey. It's the great equalizer, the universal language that cuts through the noise and brings me back to our shared humanity. It reminds me that we're all in this together, fumbling our way through, and that it's okay to laugh at myself along the way.
I often find myself sitting in conversations (which some people call meetings) and cracking up internally at something I’ve observed about the subject matter of our conversation. More recently, I’ve taken to sharing my (mostly) idiotic and silly humour with the people in my life. It is such a great leveller and makes a world of difference to the quality of my interactions.
Taking ourselves too lightly? Now that's a serious business. It allows us to see the funny side of our mistakes, to learn from them and move on without being weighed down by self-criticism. It fosters resilience, creativity, and a sense of perspective that can be a lifeline in challenging times.
So, when I’m stressing over a project or a deadline, I take a step back, take a deep breath, and find something to laugh about. I’m always surprised at how much lighter I feel.
Remember, as we navigate this journey, let's not forget to enjoy the ride and share a laugh or two along the way. After all, we're only human.
As John Cleese, a renowned British comedian and actor, once said, 'Laughter connects you with people. It's almost impossible to maintain any kind of distance or any sense of social hierarchy when you're just howling with laughter. Laughter is a force for democracy.'
Check out this article on how to stop taking life too seriously for some practical tips.
PS: If you had to think about checking out the article, you probably should 😂
May we keep going, growing and learning 🥷
Blessings,
Milan