Key points
Humor fosters psychological flexibility and resilience in the face of betrayal and trauma.
Humor that transforms pain involves affiliative and self-enhancing humor.
Vulnerability and laughter can coexist, fostering connection and healing.
Taking power back after betrayal is about choosing how to carry the past forward.
Have you experienced trauma , loss or betraya l that has left you feeling shattered?
What role has humor played, either in your betrayal or your recovery?
Humor Can Be Used To Harm or Heal
Humor is used by bullies and perpetrators to increase the pain of betrayal by reinforcing stereotypes and existing power structures. And yet! Humor is a powerful tool of recovery, allowing us to challenge the narrative of the hegemony, compassionately con