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Love and Laughter: The Keys to Health JNJ Talks to Bernie Siegel

“You can not be afraid if you’re laughing.” So says Bernie Siegel, author of Love, Medicine, and Miracles, the groundbreaking book that convinced countless patients that they can help themselves heal. Siegel — quick to say, ‘Call me Bernie’ — … Continue reading

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How I Captivate My Audience by Steve Rizzo

Editor’s Note: At first glance, this may not *appear* to be written for nurses — but every single day, every time we walk into the exam room or pick up the phone, we’ve got an audience: our patients.  We need … Continue reading

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3 Steps to Pump & Strengthen Your Humor Muscle by Steve Rizzo

Here are three steps or exercises that can help you pump and strengthen your humor muscle. First, as soon as you wake up, tell yourself it’s a great day and that no matter what happens there is a power in … Continue reading

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3 Steps to Pump & Strenghten Your Humor Muscle

Here are three steps or exercises that can help you pump and strengthen your humor muscle. First, as soon as you wake up, tell yourself it’s a great day and that no matter what happens there is a power in … Continue reading

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The Top Ten Ways To Use Humor at Work

Want to use more humor to celebrate National Humor Month? Here’s the top ten things you need to know about humor in the workplace, whether you’re working in a hospital, a long term care facility, a school, or any of … Continue reading

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The JNJ Hall of Fame Honors Vera Robinson

The Journal of Nursing Jocularity is proud to announce our first inductee into our Hall of Fame: Vera M. Robinson! The JNJ Hall of Fame honors those brave souls who have made extensive, meaningful contributions to the world of therapeutic … Continue reading

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Almost Home: Embracing the Magical Connection Between Positive Humor & Spirituality

“Almost Home: Embracing the Magical Connection Between Positive Humor & Spirituality” is the autobiographical journey of Jacki Kwan as she learns to bring laughter into her own life as well as the lives of others. In the text Jacki shows … Continue reading

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From Ha-Ha to a-Ha! Using Humor To Transform Nursing Education by Shirley K. Trout, PhD, MEd

A Curious Side Note about “Evidence” This month’s column is, admittedly, not focused on humor. Sorry about that, but I had a conversation recently that I just have to share as I scratch my head in disbelief. My conversation was … Continue reading

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JNJ Talks to David Granirer!

David Granirer wears many hats. Counselor, comic, author, speaker, and a funny, funny guy, he is also the driving force behind Stand Up for Mental Health, an innovative program that is truly therapeutic humor in action. We’re thrilled to have … Continue reading

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Finding the Funny by Debra Joy Hart, RN, BFA, CLL

“I never forget a face, but in your case, I’ll make an exception.” Groucho Marx, target unknown “He’s a nice guy, but he played too much football with his helmet off.” Lyndon B. Johnson on Gerald Ford ‘”Good taste would … Continue reading

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