Research
The Use of Humour in Coaching
I believe that humour is one of most unique traits and it has been proven that humour and fun make people happier, more employable, wealthier and live longer.
Used respectfully, it helps my clients approach their challenges from a different angle and consider original solutions that would otherwise remain locked away.
Strangely, nobody has done any serious research into the use of humour within coaching, so I am doing it myself. Started in 2021, I am conducting a 3-year research project: “What is the experience and meaning of conversational humour in coaching dyads? A Heuristic Inquiry.”
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David's first ever stand-up gig
Although my research has nothing to do with stand-up, I thought I’d give it a go. This is what happened.
My inspirations
I can’t tell you “the best” comedian, sketch or joke … but I can tell you the acts and performances that I respect, draw from and am inspired by.
So here are some of the performances and resources that I think are awesome and you should experience if you haven’t come across them before.
Humour theories
There are a number of theories that have been promoted over the years, some dating back as far as Plato!
Find out more about theories such as incongruity theory, superiority theory, benign violation theory, release theory, mechanical theory and play theory.
Writings on humour
I can’t tell you “the best” comedian, sketch or joke … but I can tell you the acts and performances that I respect, draw from and am inspired by.
So here are some of the performances and resources that I think are awesome and you should experience if you haven’t come across them before.
Giveaways
I can’t tell you “the best” comedian, sketch or joke … but I can tell you the acts and performances that I respect, draw from and am inspired by.
So here are some of the performances and resources that I think are awesome and you should experience if you haven’t come across them before.
I believe that humour is humankind’s greatest blessing and the boffins seem to support this (with studies showing that humour and fun makes people happier, more employable, wealthier and even extends life – although, technically, it can also kill you if you fail to breathe while you’re laughing!).
I like to provide ways to make your life (at home and work) more enjoyable, meaningful, pleasant, frictionless, effective, efficient and better in every way. I do this by providing ideas, tips, tools and resources on this site.