Nov 12, 2021

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MY THERAPIST SAYS I USE HUMOR AS A DEFENSE MECHANISM

But What Does He Know?

UpSplash Diane Alkier

I just find so many things funny! Like when I ordered 12 ASSORTED donuts at our local coffee shop. When the lady asked if I would like one chocolate and one vanilla I couldn’t stop laughing. She thought I had said two assorted donuts.

I believe we should never underestimate the power of humor…

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