We spend considerable time working at a hectic pace in our corporate life, therefore it goes without saying that we need a little break to relax, catch our breath and even have a laugh or two. In fact, laughing heartily when there is nothing particularly amusing is good for health.
Here is how you can find more humour at work.

1. Smile. The most inexpensive way to improve your looks and helps to create a positive, friendly and approachable image of yourself.
2. Perspective.   Lighten up! See the lighter side of things, especially in tense situations which may escalate to full blown verbal exchanges.
3. Read.   Logon to any of the zillions of websites for funny jokes, quotes, cartoons, etc. Alternatively keep similar reading material handy such as a book, newspaper, magazines etc.
4. Reach Out.   Call a friend to share s silly joke or situation both of you enjoyed. Make sure that she/he is not in the middle of a serious business meeting.
5. Imagine.  Relive a funny moment or simply fall back on your good old creative imagination to make a few funny situations of your own.
6. Practical Jokes.   Your company's culture permitting, pulling a prank can bring life to an otherwise sober moods - but only if you are confident of getting another job relatively quickly.
7. Spread Sunshine.  If you are blessed with a genuine sense of humour (no assumptions please), spread smiles by cracking jokes, mimicking or throwing catchy one liners.
8. Remember, life is short and we mustn't waste it by missing out on the good times. As they say, "Don't sweat the small stuff and it is ALL small stuff".

By : Mohammad Muneeb Kidwai

Source : Dawn