"Tout ce qui est difficile tu devrais pouvoir en rire."

Life throws a lot at us. Sometimes, it feels like too much. But, when you think about it, there's a superpower we all have that makes everything a bit easier to handle: laughter. The core idea behind the quote is that laughter can transform our perspective on difficult situations. It doesn’t mean that things aren’t tough or serious—just that we have a choice in how we react. If we can find humor even in the darkest times, we can lighten the emotional load we're carrying.

Historically, humor has always been a coping mechanism. During World War II, people in bomb shelters would tell jokes to keep spirits up. They weren't laughing because it was funny to be in danger; they laughed to survive emotionally. It’s a human thing. We’ve always used humor to make the unbearable a bit more bearable.

Take, for example, my friend, Lisa. A few years ago, she went through a rough patch. She lost her job and her dog in the same week. Devastated doesn't even begin to cover it. But Lisa has this amazing ability to find humor in everything. When I called to check on her, she said, “Well, at least now I don't have to buy dog food or pay for gas to get to work!” It was a small, silly comment, but it broke the tension. We both laughed. That laughter didn't bring her job or her dog back—it didn't fix the real problems—but it made that moment a little bit lighter. And sometimes, that's enough.

So, how do you apply this kind of wisdom in your life? Start small. Next time you’re in a tough spot, try to find something—anything—that’s funny about it. Maybe it’s a small irony or a ridiculous observation. If you can’t find humor in the situation itself, think about something else that’s funny to distract yourself for a moment. It’s not about ignoring the problem, but rather giving yourself a little respite so you can come back to it with a clearer head.

Let’s imagine a scenario. You’re stuck in a traffic jam, running late for an important meeting. The stress is climbing, your fingers are tapping on the steering wheel, and you’re glaring at the clock. Instead of letting that frustration build, think about how absurd the situation is. “Of course, this would happen today,” you might joke to yourself. “I bet the universe has a special place for people who try to be on time.” It’s silly, but it cuts through the tension. You smile, maybe even laugh. And just like that, you’ve taken a bit of control back.

We can’t always change our circumstances, but we can change how we respond to them. Laughter is one of the easiest ways to shift our mindset. It's free, accessible, and has no side effects (unless you count laughing so hard you snort). So next time life gets heavy, remember that you don’t have to carry it all alone. Share the burden with a laugh.

At the end of the day, it's about finding light in the darkness. And believe it or not, there’s always a little light—sometimes you just have to laugh to see it.