23 Short, Funny Quotes, Pictures and Videos
Laugh a Little
Studies show that laughter promotes better health and it feels good too. When you begin to feel stressed out try to find something to laugh at. I've gathered a few hilarious quotes, photos and videos to bring you laughter and improve your day.
Now, let your endorphins run wild as you enjoy the following funny quotes and photos:
- The 50-50-90 rule: Anytime you have a 50-50 chance of getting something right, there's a 90% probability you'll get it wrong. Andy Rooney
- I always wait for the Times each morning. I look at the obituary column and if I’m not in it, I go to work. A. E. Matthews (quoted in Filmgoer's Book of Quotes, 1973)
- In life, it's not who you know that's important, it's how your wife found out. Joey Adams
- We live in an age when pizza gets to your home before the police. Jeff Marder
- Too bad that all the people who know how to run the country are busy driving taxicabs and cutting hair. George Burns
- Have you noticed that all the people in favor of birth control are already born? Benny Hill
- When I was a boy the Dead Sea was only sick. George Burns
- The mistake a lot of politicians make is in forgetting they've been appointed and thinking they've been anointed. Claude D. Pepper
- We would all like to vote for the best man but he is never a candidate. Frank McKinney Hubbard
Memorize a Quote or Two
Short, humorous quotes can help others to feel better when a rough and difficult day happens.
I make it a habit to memorize a few short, humorous quotes along with a clever and funny joke. When an opening comes along in the conversation I will pull out a quote from my mind. This helps to bring a smile to the other person and hopefully stir up some of those wonderful endorphins.
Funny Quotes to Share With Friends
- Many people die at twenty-five and aren't buried until they are seventy-five. Max Frisch
- A politician is a fellow who will lay down your life for his country. Texas Guinan
- Do you think that when they asked George Washington for ID that he just whipped out a quarter? Stephen Wright
- Money isn't everything but it sure keeps you in touch with your children. J. Paul Getty
- The only reason I made a commercial for American Express was to pay for my American Express bill. Peter Ustinov
- Every day I get up and look through the Forbes list of the richest people in America. If I'm not there, I go to work. Robert Orben
- The word 'politics' is derived from the word 'poly', meaning 'many', and the word 'ticks', meaning 'blood-sucking parasites'. Larry Hardiman
- When I die, I want to go peacefully like my Grandfather did, in his sleep -- not screaming, like the passengers in his car" Unknown.
- I'm an excellent housekeeper. Every time I get a divorce, I keep the house. Zsa Zsa Gabor
- I could tell that my parents hated me. My bath toys were a toaster and a radio. Rodney Dangerfield
- I like pigs. Dogs look up to us. Cats look down on us. Pigs treat us as equals. Winston Churchill.
- Love is grand; divorce is a hundred grand. Unknown.
- My formula for success is rise early, work late, and strike oil. Paul Getty.
- Its been a rough day. I got up this morning .... put on a shirt and a button fell off. I picked up my briefcase and the handle came off. I'm afraid to go to the bathroom. Rodney Dangerfield.
Conclusion: Benefits of Laughter
I grew up with parents who were famous for finding humor in life's ups and downs. We didn't have much money, and there were times we barely had food on the table, but my folks always managed to remain positive, grateful for what we did have, and were able to find the funny side of life. This has influenced me, for the better, during my own battle with hard times.
Laughter positively affects many aspects of our life, including our health, well-being, and energy, which leads to a healthier and better quality of life.
When we laugh, it causes certain chemical changes to our body. It has been proven that as we laugh, we release enzymes and hormones that are helpful for the normal functioning of various organs. This is due to a connection between laughing and stimulation of the brain and different glands Our immune system also becomes stronger.
In addition, laughter helps relieve stress, depression, anxiety, grief, anger, and irritation. Laughing also decreases pain by releasing a hormone known as endorphins. It improves our attentiveness, pulse and heart rate.
So basically, we look better, feel better, live better and longer when we laugh. My prescription for you - laugh out loud 3 x every day for the rest of your beautiful life.
Baby Twins Laughing
What Makes You Laugh The Most?
© 2010 Audrey Hunt
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AUTHORYes, and I enjoy them so much!
You're welcome and have a wonderful day. Are you familiar with some of the quotes from Yogi Berra?
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Hi Robert
I must admit I find myself with the feeling of "not taking life too serious", when I discover photos and quotes that make me laugh. I grew up with parents who were famous for finding humor in life's ups and downs.
Thanks, and have a wonderful day.
Audrey
This is a fun article. The George Burns joke about all the people who know how to run the country are cab drivers and barbers is a great laugh.
In your title you mentioned quotes and photos, but you also included video...unacceptable!
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Stephanie Henkel - I love George Burns. I'm old enough to remember his television show with Gracie Allen. Thanks for being here again.
Sunshine625 - I just this minute finished reading your wonderful hub on laughter. You pointed out some great health benefits from laughing. And I did plenty of laughing as I read the very funny quotes. Rodney Dangerfield is great.
I loved the quotes! They made me LOL! The entire hub was hilarious :)
I love the George Burn's quotes, and so many of the others, too! I've read this before, but laughed all over again...thanks for the smiles!
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bravewarrior - So true. You just can't stay straight-faced when babies laugh. I spend plenty of time laughing at my dog too. She does the funniest things sometimes. Thanks, my friend.
teaches12345 - Rodney Dangerfield was one of my favorites too. So many of the great ones are gone. Living with my daughter now and she keeps me in stitches. I believe I'm healthier now than I've ever been. Thanks.
Audrey, I am still chuckling at some of these quotes. Rodney Dangerfield used to be a favorite of mine. His dry humor is contagious. Laughter is good medicine.
Audrey, laughter certainly is contagious. Babies laugh with all their might - who can help but laugh with them?
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Leslie - I sure agree with you. Laughter cures a whole host of problems and frustrations. And we all have a choice right? ~ Hugs to you ~ Audrey
Thanks VocalCoach... I enjoyed the Hub. I wish more people would allow themselves to be free to laugh.... It sure would be nice.
Bless you.....
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Vishakha - I'm so glad you came by to read my funny quotes. Laughter is such wonderful medicine. Thanks and enjoy your day!
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tirelesstraveler - Oh, thanks so much for the link and for liking these funny quotes. You are so right about there often being little to laugh about at Christmas. And you have brightened my day as well!
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teacherjoe52 - I just love your comments! "Laughter is easier than the gym." So nice to see you here and looking forward to another visit from you. Have a fun day!
I was looking for something to laugh about. Love the quotes. Have linked this hub to mine on Christmas. So often there is little to laugh about in December. Thanks brightening my day.
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Hi teacherjoe! Great to see you here and l Loved your comment. Added to my laughter for the day. Thanks a lot and hope to see you again real soon.
Thanks for sharing a laugh with me.
Laughter is an easier exercice than the gym. We can do it anywhere and not have to worry the guy on the weight bars had a bath before coming to the gym
I will try to read more of your articles
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AnkushKohli - You've made my day! Love to bring laughter to my friends. Be sure to bookmark this so you can return to a laugh or two when you need it the most. Thanks so much!
Ha..ha..ha! Couldn't stop myself laughing out. Some great jokes/quotes here.
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Good morning beth - You've made my day! Thrilled that you and your hubby had some good laughs. R. Dangerfield is one of my favorites too. Enjoy your saturday and thank you.
Thank you so much for posting this! There is nothing better than humor to get the day moving along, and I called my hubby over to read with me. He's a big Rodney Dangerfield fan.
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Hi Ana - Oh, very good. Exactly the kind of reaction I was hoping for. Laughter is, indeed, the very best medicine. Thanks.
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Amazing hub, it really made me laugh:):):)
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Barb - Oh, thank you so much. I adore both babies and dogs. I have a Shih Tzu that has trained me well for 11 years. Take care!
@vocalcoach...Very funny Hub! I adore the way you used the dog and baby pictures to join in the laughter!
Nice work!
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Mystery Planet - You are so welcome. Anytime. And now, on my way to visit a hub or two from you. :)vocalcoach
Funny stuff, thanks for the laughs!
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James - Oh, yes...laughing is a healthy thing to do. Glad you now know that. Have a good laugh on me! :)
Great hub, I enjoy laughing but I never aware of that laughing has so many good effects. Thumbs up :)
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neeleshkulkarni - Welcome to my hub! I have a big smile on my face from reading your wonderful comments. Thank you, my new friend!
i read you hub, i chuckled and against my name in the register i maintane to check whether i am alive i signed my name for the day with a flourish.
good one kate.
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Ha...ha...ha! Now, you have me laughing aloud. You sum it all up, like the pro you are. I just have to know you better, therefore, I'm hopping ove to your hubs. :)
nice hub! I laughed, I cried, I stuck my finger in my eye.
loved it.
Oh what do I say? Not much at the moment because I am still chuckling to myself.
This hub is a tonic and yes without a doubt laughter is most definitly the best medicine!!!
As for the little twins well there couldn't have been a better ad for non scratch mitts could there!!!
Thank you so much for sharing this my friend.
take care,
Eiddwen.
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LA Losers - You have good taste! Appreciate your reading my article. I hope I see you again, real soon. Thanks!!
what i like about the video is the twins!!!
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Carrie450 - Very glad you enjoyed these funny quotes. I love to laugh. When I find myself with a worry on my mind, I switch to something funny. It sure helps. Thanks, Carrie.
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PaperNotes - Appreciate your reading my hub. Thanks for a nice comment. Have a wonderful week!
Awesome! A great way to start the week with a light heart. Thanks.
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Katy, you sweet lady you - I thank you so so much for your blessings...happen to need a couple right now. :-)
You make me feel so good. And I love to laugh. The best medicine of all is laughter and gratitude. But the best of all blessings for me has been knowing you right here on HP's. You are a blessing, for me and so many others. Thank you, my Katie!
Oh my Bless you BLESS you BLESS YOU! I so needed a smile, a lift a laugh. I love and adore your beautiful soul and may you be radically and abundantly blessed so's to keep you full and paying it forward. The world needs you! Thank you! :) Katie
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irenemaria - Your comments made it worth writing. Sorry that you had a bad night. Very glad my hub helped to cheer you up. Keep smiling!
After a bad night, I really needed to read your hub! Thanks a lot for all the smiles
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pinkhawk - So nice of you to comment on my hub. I am looking forward to reading your articles as well. Thanks. Vocalcoach :-)
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Runabstract - Love your comments! Really am delighted you had a good laugh. My thanks to you. :-)
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Mickey Dee - Thank you so much Mickey for those nice words. Learning to see the humor in especially the difficult times will make things better. Everytime I pass a mirror, I laugh! Big hugs :-)
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Betty - Thank you and I agree. Have an amazing day!
Cute. "Poly Ticks" is my favorite.
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Kaie - I totally agree with you. Thanks for commenting and taking time out to read my hub. :-)
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missmilky - You are so right. Dwelling on past negative experience, keeps us in chains. Laughter opens up all kinds of possibilities. Keep a smile on that lovely face!
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leni sands - I feel so good that my hub could give you some cheer. Refer to it whenever you need to. I do that myself, if I run into a bad moment. Keep that gorgeous smile working for you, and others. Thanks, leni. :-)
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drbj - There is much to find humor in if we but look for it. The funniest of all, is ourselves. Thank you for your comments and sending you my best (which is really worth a laugh or two). :-)
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dallas93444 - thanks so much for reading my hub. Very happy to know you had a few laughs. Thanks dallas!
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Scribenet - How cute for your cat to enjoy the babies laughing too. Wish I could have seen that. Love your comments. Thanks, my friend.
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Eiddwen - I always love a good laugh. I even go back and read these quotes myself. :-) So nice to read your comments. My very best to you.
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epigramman - awwwwe gee. Thank you kind sir!
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Amber - I can just imagine your singing along with Sedaka. I still love this song! Thank you for the nice comments and keep on smiling. :-)
Hi Audrey
What a truly enjoyable hub. I enjoyed reading it from start to finish and I sang along to Neil Sedaka. I hadn't heard this song in a very long time and had forgotten just how much I liked it. Well done and thanks.
Amber:)
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Hello, Hello - How wonderful it is to hear that I made you laugh. Keep it up, my dear friend.
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Nell Rose - Thank you Nell. Glad to give you a smile. You have a beautiful one, you know!
Hi, I loved these! I also liked the poly ticks! ha ha great hub, voted up! cheers nell
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shygirl2 - You are so right. It also takes less muscle to laugh, then it does to frown. Just a good thing to do for ourselves. Thank you.
Yup, yup, yup! Laughter is the best medicine. Also the greatest healer...I speak from experience. :) Love your hub!! Thanks for the laughs too, vocalcoach.
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tonymac04 - Thank you tony for enjoying the quotes. I believe laughter is good for our health - both mental and physically. take care, my friend.
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prasetio30 - The video has been one of my favorites for years. The dancer, Donald O'Conner was an outstanding dancer. Thanks my friend.
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debbiesdailyviews - Wonderful to see you! Isn't laughter fabulous? I think we all need a little more of it. Thanks so much.
This is so true, and I am really glad I came upon it.
Laughter is infectious, and I am riddled with it. heehee
I just thought of that, and I'm gonna use it for my next Hub hahaha
Looking forward to reading more from you
Thank you : }
What a beautiful hub from you. I really enjoy all the short humorous quotes. I also love the video, this make me laugh and smile. Thanks for share with us. God bless you. Take care!
Prasetio:)
I love these funny - no, hilarious - quotes! Just love them. Thanks for making my day lighter.
Love and peace
Tony
What a great hub I will link this to my stress management hubs - love the new profile hub with your dog - both laughing and happy!
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Gosh, daydreamer13 - So grateful for a comment like this.
Best advice ever. Thanks for writing.
Just what I needed. Thank you. Great laugh
Violets are blue
Roses are red
You make me laugh
because there's only one You!!!!
A wonderful hub and laughter is the best medicine.
Those photos are so funny.An up and an awesome I think.
Thank you so much for sharing this brilliant hub.
Take care Audrey.
Great Hub! The babies laughing had my cat run to the screen to take a look at all that baby laughter. Apparently, even animals can't resist baby laughter! Made me smile even more! Keep 'em coming!
This was GREAT! I especially like: The word 'politics' is derived from the word 'poly', meaning 'many', and the word 'ticks', meaning 'blood sucking parasites'. LOL! This just made my morning.
Laughter, good for the soul. I enjoyed and laughed when I read your article...
Audrey, I agree with you 1,000 percent. Laughter is good medicine and it makes the world go round and he or she who laughs, lasts!
Loved the laughing babies and the resurrection of the Donald O'Connor dance routine - he was remarkably funny!
Just love this hub, really needed something like this to cheer me up at the moment.
It is good to look at life on lighter side!Thank you Vocalcoach!
These were great............ laughter is one of God's greatest gifts. Kaie
Awesomely useful, funny and beautiful! No writing come to mind that is more appropriate for "now". God bless! Funny and beautiful!
When I read your story with the shy pupil, then I was touched, - your writing had depth. That I'm missing here when you write about laughing and also in those jokes you are quoting. I like to tell a joke in certain moments, when a situation needs a light and uplifting energy and then it is astonishing to observe how the laughter in an instant changes and clears up the atmosphere. The question is, if the energy comes from the joke or from the person who is telling the joke... That's probably the reason why most jokes, when one reads them, are not so funny. Anyway, it is good to think about it and so one can use this tool in a more effective way, because one is more conscious about using it.
I made a video some time ago, what I believe is funny and might make you laugh, so this is my 'thank you' to you: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Se9Ry3VNDU
How gloomy the earth will be if laughter is not present... Thank God, it is naturally a part of every soul He created. ^_^ Thanks for a good laugh here! ^_^
Great funny quotes, just loved them; some I knew, but is always good to remember them when you "need them most"
Nice hub vocalcoach. Some of those quotes are so funny and I liked the video with the two babies laughing too.
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