You don't have to know how to tell a good joke to make people laugh. You just find the funny side of your everyday life. Take the time to research material, find ways to use humor naturally, and live the humor within yourself.
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Method 1 of 3: Finding the Right Material
Step 1. Learn about suitable materials
People tend to see the material you use for comedy as a reflection of your personality. Studying material that fits your audience will make you funny without alienating or offending others.
- Context is key. Where are you trying to be funny? Do you want to be the humorist at work or school? Or, you want to be the new sensation in the school comedy club? Light, uncontroversial material is best for professional audiences while laughing at a somewhat provocative subject can be effective in the world of professional comedy.
- Remember, your jokes are a reflection of you. If you want to make fun of a recent tragedy or controversy, other people may feel uncomfortable around you. Being provocative can have a positive effect in comedy, but a beginner should stick to a light subject to some degree of skill at making other people laugh.
- The right material can be found anywhere. People tend to like those who find humor in a topic. Try to find funny aspects of everyday life, from driving the bus to pouring coffee you can use as a joke.
Step 2. Live yourself in funny things
A great way to build your sense of humor is to expose yourself to funny things. It's hard to be funny if the media exposure you see doesn't have an element of humor. Like any writer looking to improve his writing by reading a lot, immerse yourself in humorous material to enhance your sense of humor.
- Watch funny clips on the internet. Many YouTube videos include humor without telling jokes.
- Watch funny movies and television shows. Midnight talk show hosts are usually humorous because of the observational humor and spontaneous, humorous responses from their guests, and not because they joke too much.
- Listen to funny podcasts and hang out with people who love to laugh.
Step 3. Watch people's reactions
Observe how people react in everyday life. Head to a cafe and watch people chat with the barista. Go to an art event or concert alone and listen to people's conversations. Pay attention to the interactions of the people in your office lunch room. see when and why people laugh.
Method 2 of 3: Using Humor Naturally
Step 1. Don't force your humor
funniest people don't force their cuteness. They waited for an opportunity to make a funny observation.
- The best moments of humor and levity don't come from being forced. If you want to be funny in your everyday life, don't act like you're in a comedy club. Engage in serious conversation and when you come across a funny observation, throw it out. Don't join in the conversation with the aim of being funny. Just let it happen by itself.
- Use moderation. Comedy masters follow the "Three Gag Rule," that is, in all situations, don't make more than three funny comments in a row so you don't sound like an attention seeker.
Step 2. Tell a funny anecdote
A great way to be funny without joking is to tell a funny story. Are there any funny childhood memories? Did you have an awkward experience at the prom? Do you have a funny story about your college days? Prepare your funny stories to make people laugh.
- Try to remember the moment when you laughed the loudest in your life. is this moment worth sharing? Will others be entertained? Think of a funny story to share with others. this is a great way to make other people laugh without joking.
- Sometimes, the way you tell the story is as funny as the story itself. Listen to podcasts filled with funny anecdotes. Read David Sedaris' essays and watch clips of reading his work. Pay attention to how readers tell the story, when they stop, smile, and laugh together.
Step 3. Live your funny side
If you want to be funny without joking, try just being silly. Being silly and funny can make other people laugh.
- Play harmless pranks on your friends and coworkers. Speak in a funny voice. Sing a silly song.
- Don't push your silliness because people tend to get irritated with made-up silliness. Focus on things that cheer you up. It's easier to make people laugh if you use organically sourced ingredients.
Step 4. Spend time with people who love to laugh
A great way to learn to be funny is to spend time with funny people. You will learn to bring humor naturally into situations through observation. Hang out with friends, family members, and coworkers who are known to have a good sense of humor.
Step 5. Bring humor into the conversation
You don't have to keep funny things to yourself. People tend to be attracted to people who bring humor around them. When chatting, try to encourage the other person to live up to their funny side.
- Ask funny stories. Start the conversation by asking, "What's the funniest thing that's ever happened to you?" or “What's the dumbest thing that made you laugh?”
- Laugh at other people's funny stories and compliment them. say, “Your story is so funny!” People like to be with funny people, but they can get irritated if you grab all the attention. Give opportunities to others.
Method 3 of 3: Living Yourself in Humor
Step 1. Create a pleasant environment for yourself
If you want to be funny, surround yourself with funny things. Try to make the environment pleasant for yourself.
- Keep things at home that remind yourself of good times. Hang photos when you go out with college friends. Stick cute cartoons on your wall. put up posters of funny television shows and movies.
- Install cute screensavers on computers and phones. Create funny magazine clippings and photos that fit in your office cubicle.
Step 2. Spend time with the children
Children have less inhibition than adults and are often more free to express their funny side. Spending time with children will cheer you up and live your funny side.
- If you're a parent, make an effort to spend more time with your child's laughter. if you have a friend or relative who has young children, offer to look after them.
- Volunteer to work with children. Hospitals, nurseries, and daycare centers are always looking for volunteers.
Step 3. Include leisure time in your schedule
People often neglect leisure time between busy work and other obligations. Try to take time to relax and laugh every day.
- Create a daily ritual to make you laugh. Watch funny movies or television shows. Read comics. Call a friend who always makes you laugh.
- Many people feel they don't have time to laugh. However, people who take time to feel good tend to be more productive. You can also look for ways to incorporate humor into your daily activities. Listen to funny podcasts while working or exercising. Play a funny movie in the background while washing dishes at night.
Step 4. Watch a comedy
If you usually watch intense drama, you may have a hard time seeing the frivolity in life. Try making room for funny movies and television shows. Ask for recommendations from friends. Read the latest and funniest comedy reviews on the internet/
Tips
- Hang out with friends who you think have a good sense of humor. By spending time with him, you can learn a lot from him.
- Don't be afraid to laugh at yourself. People often feel comfortable with people who have a self-conscious sense of humor.
- Sarcasm is sometimes difficult to understand so use it wisely.
