EPISODE · Aug 28, 2026 · 8 MIN
Episode 135: The Last Time You Really Laughed
from Your Next, Best Step · host Janet J.
When was the last time you laughed so hard you could not catch your breath?If you had to stop and think about it, this episode is for you.Somewhere in a long, full stretch of being the steady one, laughter can slip out of a whole week without you noticing. The funny things never stopped coming. Your face just settled into managing and getting through. This is a gentle look at what happens to laughter when you have been carrying a lot, and why the end of summer is a good moment to welcome it back.Coach Janet J shares what researchers have found about the different ways people use humor, and which kinds build you up and pull you closer to the people you love. You will also hear a true story involving her dog Santino, a big Amazon box, and a living room full of cardboard.What you will take away:Why laughter goes missing when you are coping wellThe kinds of laughter worth protecting, and the ones that cost youHow one real belly laugh touches your mind, body, heart, and faithScripture: Psalm 126:2Research note: Draws on research into humor styles and psychological well-beingReady for your next step?FREE 5-Minute Daily Reset (instant download):YourNextBestStep.com Weekly encouragement + practical tips:YouTube @CoachJanetJ Instagram: @janetjjaecksIf this episode resonated with you, please follow/subscribe and share with a friend who needs their next step. One small step. One day at a time.
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When was the last time you laughed so hard you could not catch your breath? If you had to stop and think about it, this episode is for you. Somewhere in a long, full stretch of being the steady one, laughter can slip out of a whole week without you noticing. The funny things never stopped coming. Your face just settled into managing and getting through. This is a gentle look at what happens to laughter when you have been carrying a lot, and why the end of summer is a good moment to welcome it...
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