Laughing Through the Breakdown: The Power of Humor in Coping with Mental Health Struggles

We're not saying mental health struggles are funny—but sometimes, laughing through them is what keeps us going. In this episode, we dive into the role of humor as a coping tool when things get heavy. From the science behind laughter and stress relief, to the difference between laughing with yourself vs. at yourself, Jes and Den break down the beautiful, messy, and sometimes questionable ways we use humor to survive. We're unpacking: • Why we instinctively turn to jokes in the middle of chaos • The healing and harmful sides of dark humor • How to use humor to cope without ignoring your feelings • And why patient/survivor spaces make space for the best (and weirdest) inside jokes Whether you've ever turned a breakdown into a bit, or just need a reminder that it's okay to laugh and struggle—this one's for you.  What's the funniest thing you've said or done during a rough mental health moment? We wanna hear it. Join our support circle at morethanadiagnosis.org to share! We might share it in a future episode.