Amanda the Great by Amanda El-Dweek for February 18, 2025

actually hmm studies indeed confirmed that

Unfortunately, very often true.

It’s because humor is like chocolate, isn’t it? The darker, the better.

I used to think that, that humor, jokes etc stem from depression or other types of sadness as a coverup. With some people I do think that’s quite the case. But not all. Humor can also come out of various curiosities and wonder at various diversities of life and nature etc.

Also, anxiety. And hopelessness. And fear.

Welcome back, Amanda! How are you feeling?

Must be why I’m not a comedian or cartoonist ~ not depressed enough.

That sense of humor is a load-bearing coping mechanism; it’s not going anywhere.

I read a book about Lincoln’s fight with depression. He was noted for his wit and humor. I have always wanted to be a wit. I think I’m about half-way there.

Woody Allen built a career on depression and anxiety.

Oh man, I must be a laugh-riot, and not even know it.

Hum….maybe true in some cases I guess. I’ve always felt it was someones way of expresing themselves and the people around them, as well as the world around them in a unique way that we can relate to on some level. For me depression usually quells the desire to be outgoing or entertaining.