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QICID: 30425

Title: Using Humor and Improv Skills to Thrive

Copyright: ASQ
Author: Gesell, Izzy
Organization:
Subject: Psychology; Stress management; Games; Behavior modification;
Series: Journal for Quality and Participation, Vol. 32, No. 2, July 2009, pp. 7-10 +Bonus material

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Abstract: In today’s tough economic environment, thriving depends on learning to act on things we can control and letting go of those we cannot control. Humor and improve theater are effective weapons against the fear, anger, and helplessness created by uncertain financial times. Improv teaches you to reap the benefits of fear, let go of the things you can’t change, and look at things from a different perspective. The online content offers two improve theater games to help reduce stress through humor.

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