Did you know that laughter not only brings joy but also improves health? Yes, International Joke Day is celebrated worldwide on July 1st – a day when we can share all our jokes, funny stories, and laughter with others. Whether it's the office, school, home, or social media – today is the day to make people laugh and say goodbye to stress.
History of International Joke Day
International Joke Day is believed to have originated in America, but the history of jokes is thousands of years old. It is believed that the first joke in the world came from Greek civilization. Greek myths tell a funny story in which a professor, a barber, and a bald man travel together, and the world of jokes begins from there.
You must have heard this in childhood – 'A man went to a hotel and said, "I want what is on the table in front of me..."' – such jokes have become a part of our culture.
Why are jokes and laughter important?
Jokes and laughter not only improve mood, but also provide many mental and physical benefits:
- Reduces stress: Laughing releases a hormone called endorphins in the body, which reduces stress.
- Strengthens the immune system: Regular laughter increases your immunity.
- Relieves pain: Laughter acts like a natural painkiller.
- Improves relationships: People who laugh together have ber relationships.
- Burns calories: According to a study, laughing for 10-15 minutes daily burns about 40 calories.
How to celebrate International Joke Day?
1. Organize a joke party
Invite friends home, prepare tea and snacks, and ask everyone to tell their favorite joke one by one. You can also have a joke competition – the one who makes the most people laugh wins.
2. Watch a comedy show
Watch your favorite stand-up comedian on Netflix, Amazon Prime, or YouTube. Shows by artists like Kapil Sharma, Zakir Khan, and Abhishek Upmanyu are still successful in making people laugh today.
3. Participate in an open mic night
If there's an open mic or stand-up event happening in your city, definitely go. You can also try holding the mic yourself and testing out your jokes. This will also boost your confidence.
4. Share jokes on social media
If you can't go anywhere, take the help of social media. Post jokes on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter with the hashtag #InternationalJokeDay.
5. Get help from a joke book
If you don't have your own jokes, it's okay! Many funny joke books are available in the market. There are also millions of jokes on the internet – just read them and share them with others.
How to make jokes more funny?
Telling a joke is also an art. Follow some of the tips below and become a master of laughter:
- Enjoy yourself: The most important thing while telling a joke is to have fun yourself. When you tell a joke while laughing, the person in front of you smiles automatically.
- Keep the timing right: The right timing of the 'punchline' in the joke is very important.
- Understand the audience: Avoid double-meaning jokes in front of children or political jokes in the office.
- Don't drag it too long: The joke should be short and precise. Long stories can be boring.
Some funny jokes that you can tell today
- Teacher: Why didn't you do your homework?
Child: Ma'am, the electricity went out.
Teacher: So what happened?
Child: Wi-Fi also went out. - Wife: Listen, do I look fat?
Husband: No... you look beautiful.
Wife: Don't lie!
Husband: Okay, you look a little bit fat. - Doctor: You need rest.
Patient: Which medicine should I take for rest?
Doctor: Holiday!
International Joke Day reminds us how important laughter is in life. This day is not only an opportunity for entertainment but also a means of strengthening relationships and relieving stress. So let's laugh heartily today, and try to make others laugh too – because the world becomes better with a smile.
