title: Overcome terminal seriousness: let go, laugh, and lighten up!
abstract: This article examines physiological and psychological benefits of laughter and humor. These are essential tools that can successfully combat the stress and pressure of the perioperative environment. Used in tandem with "life balancing skills," they can enrich the work arena and help nurses rekindle passion and meaning in their lives.
authors.affiliation: The People Connection, Denver, CO 80250, USA. Stricklaff@aol.com
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authors.lastname: Strickland
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D002055:Burnout, Professional / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000523:psychology*; D013527:Perioperative Nursing; D014925:Wit and Humor as Topic