Political Negativity

When a well liked/loved family member such as a father or friendly uncle looks at and frames things in a relaxed manner with younger family members, they respond in positive ways. I call it “good natured joshing” aka josh,” an informal verb similar to tease in a “playful way” when talking to others.

Consider first if you will, the effects of angry or negative framing. Really, who wants to spend more time with mean, negative or angry people? Life is too short for that.

Furthermore, Albert Einstein attributed his brilliant mind to having a child-like sense of humour. Indeed, a number of studies have found an association between humor and intellegence.

Researchers in Austria recently discovered that funny people, particularly those who enjoy dark humour, have higher IQs than their less funny peers. They argue that it takes both cognitive and emotional ability to process and produce humour. Their analysis shows that funny people have higher verbal and non-verbal intelligence, and they score lower in mood disturbance and aggressiveness.

Not only are funny people smart, they’re nice to be around. Evidence suggests that having a good sense of humour is linked to high emotional intelligence is a highly desireable quality in a partner.