HUMOUR

HUMOUR

In my point of view, a sense of humour is as important as, if not more important

than, other characteristics that a person can have to be successful in life.

Firstly, humour helps us to maintain a correct sense of values. It is because that

we are always reminded that tragedy is not really far from comedy, and then we never

get a lop-sided view of things. A small example could get some light on this point.

Once I failed an assignment again, and I told myself that God was on vacation these

days. I did not feel frustrated, and I succeeded the third time. So, if we can see

the funny side, we never make the mistake of taking ourselves too seriously. It is

helpful for us to keep self-confident.


In addition, the sense of humour is associated with happiness, and happiness will

influence people around us. Those who bring happiness to others probably have a good

relationship with people surrounding them, which is essential to a successful life.

We all have the experience that we are inclined to talk and cooperate with humorous

people. We may treat such experience as an enjoyment instead of a rigid work.

However, to be a successful people is a tough thing. We need intelligence, honesty,

determination, a sense of humour and so on. Without intelligence, we could not find

the keys to solve all the intricate problems. Without honesty, no one would trust us

and we could achieve nothing alone. Without determination we would easily bend for

difficulty.

Even so, I still think of humour as the most important part. A sense of humour

supports an active attitude towards life. And it is such attitude that encourages

intelligence, honest and other characteristics in you. To summon up, a sense of

humour is the most important characteristic. If happiness is one of the great goals

of life, then it is the sense of humour that provides the key.