The Healing Power of Humor: Techniques for Getting Through Loss, Setbacks, Upsets, Disappointments, Difficulties, Trials, Tribulations, and All That Not-So-Funny Stuff Paperback – February 1, 1989

This wise and witty gem has been a lifesaver for me! Just the other day, I overslept and my stress level soared through the roof. I wouldn't be able to do everything I wanted that day. My life was out of control. And it was ALL my boyfriend's fault!!! Then I remembered one of the strategies in "The Healing Power of Humor": To turn mountains into molehills. I got a hold of myself and had a good laugh with my boyfriend about how one book -- and one book only -- saved him from my wrath.:)This practical and beautifully written book has helped transform my life, and I owe it all to Allen Klein. Thanks you, Mr. Klein, for giving me just what I needed to be my best self.

I can see why so many years after its initial publication date that this book is still popular. The information in this book is great for everything from day-to-day frustrations to things like terminal illness and death. The book offers tips or exercises at the end of each chapter to help guide the reader to employ these tatics in their day-to-day life or at the appropriate opportune moment. Additionally, the advise offered covers a broad range of humor styles which is also helpful. As I read through this book I found myself laughing at some of the concepts but knowing I would never do such things and laughing at others because I have done the activity or could easily see myself doing it. One thing I very much enjoyed was the frequent quotations from famous individuals, books, and of course comedians who have addressed similar topics at some point in their own life. That was probably my favorite part of this book.I would love to see this book updated and adapted a bit to modern culture but despite its dated presentation of the information, I believe it is still very good information at its core.

I am teaching a laughter healing therapy groups and have found parts of the book useful so far. I'm glad I purchased it!

Writing a book report for my Psychology course and out of all the selections we were given to choose; I chose this one because of the title. Aren't I glad, I read the first sample pages Amazon presents to potential buyers and I was drawn straight into this book. I received my copy about 2 weeks ago and this is my go-to book. Great for coping with my recent setbacks. I love this book! Thanks.

Great feel good book. Old book, but still after all these years, I recommend it in helping to get thru challenges and struggles with a smile. Fun little stories and analogies thru out. Easy, fun read.

For older people. I'm in my forties and I am not familiar with many of the celebrities Allen Klein mentioned. But the information is helpful.

The Healing Power of Humor goes beyond the positive impact that a good laugh can have on our attitude when we’re faced with a challenge. This book is a reminder that we always have a choice to behave and think in ways that will lead us out of the pain.You will chuckle as you read some of the stories, and will realize that taking challenges and problems less seriously doesn’t mean you don’t care about overcoming the challenges or solving the problems. Instead, it means that you open space in your mind so you can find effective and long-lasting solutions.

Still reading . Great read this far.FunnyWittyInsightful