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Hugh Sidey

A sense of humor... is needed armor. Joy in one's heart and some laughter on one's lips is a sign that the person down deep has a pretty good grasp of life.

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Having a sense of humor helps protect a person from life's difficulties by allowing them to find lightness even in tough situations. When someone can genuinely feel happiness inside and laugh out loud, it shows they understand and accept the complexities of life well.

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