This article was co-authored by Kendall Payne and by wikiHow staff writer, Finn Kobler. Kendall Payne is a Writer, Director, and Stand-up Comedian based in Brooklyn, New York. Kendall specializes in directing, writing, and producing comedic short films. Her films have screened at Indie Short Fest, Brooklyn Comedy Collective, Channel 101 NY, and 8 Ball TV. She has also written and directed content for the Netflix is a Joke social channels and has written marketing scripts for Between Two Ferns: The Movie, Astronomy Club, Wine Country, Bash Brothers, Stand Up Specials and more. Kendall runs an IRL internet comedy show at Caveat called Extremely Online, and a comedy show for @ssholes called Sugarp!ss at Easy Lover. She studied at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre and at New York University (NYU) Tisch in the TV Writing Certificate Program.
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If your friend is feeling down or you’re both a little bored, making them laugh is a great way to get the good vibes going. You can go with something simple, like a pun or a meme, or try something more elaborate, like a harmless prank. Keep reading and we’ll give you dozens of jokes, one-liners, and comedy recommendations that you can match with your bestie’s sense of humor. By the time you’re done, you’ll have plenty of ways to make them chuckle from your silly antics.
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QuestionHow do I make a friend laugh if I'm in a negative headspace?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerTry using your negative attitude as an opportunity to create jokes. Comedy is rooted in frustration, so there's a strong chance complaining about something or someone might make your friend chuckle. -
QuestionWhat if I'm more of an emotional person than a funny person? My BFF is super funny and I talk about deep, emotional stuff all the time. Should I make an effort to be funnier?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerTrue friends love each other the way they are. That being said, try and find some middle ground with your friend. Talk to them about how you'd like to know more about how they're feeling. Also, mention that you'd appreciate them showing you some new comedy. -
QuestionAll my friends are so funny and confident, but I’m not really. How can I change that?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerComedy and confidence, like all things, get better with practice. Smile, use approachable body language, and refine your jokes based on the feedback they get. You'll notice improvement if you keep at it!
References
- ↑ https://www.today.com/life/inspiration/funny-puns-rcna70865
- ↑ https://parade.com/944054/parade/knock-knock-jokes/
- ↑ https://www.readersdigest.ca/culture/10-short-jokes-anyone-can-remember/
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2i8fDe9K8Dc&feature=youtu.be&t=208
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2i8fDe9K8Dc&feature=youtu.be&t=377
- ↑ https://hbr.org/2020/07/sarcasm-self-deprecation-and-inside-jokes-a-users-guide-to-humor-at-work
- ↑ https://lifefamilyfun.com/fun-pranks-for-kids/
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/young-people-close/201704/learning-how-tease-and-be-teased
- ↑ Kendall Payne. Writer, Director, & Stand-up Comedian. Expert Interview. 3 April 2020.