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Why You Should Keep a List of What Makes You Laugh | Chris Duffy | TED

The world is weird and hilarious — if you know where to look, says comedian Chris Duffy. In conversation with “TED Talks Daily” host Elise Hu, Duffy breaks down three practical pillars of humor, showing how laughter can help you feel present, creative and connected, even when the world feels overwhelming.(Recorded atTED Talks Daily Book…

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The world is weird and hilarious — if you know where to look, says comedian Chris Duffy. In conversation with “TED Talks Daily” host Elise Hu, Duffy breaks down three practical pillars of humor, showing how laughter can help you feel present, creative and connected, even when the world feels overwhelming.(Recorded atTED Talks Daily Book Club on February 18, 2026)

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  1. @soldier4582

    May 31, 2026 at 11:04 am

    First comment 💪

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    • @MemeChor1

      May 31, 2026 at 11:08 am

      @soldier4582 I’m 2nd

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      May 31, 2026 at 11:09 am

      @MemeChor1 I ‘m Third

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  2. @AbbosToshiv-x1f

    May 31, 2026 at 11:29 am

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  3. @notyou8397

    May 31, 2026 at 11:47 am

    You lost me at book club.

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    • @MaxBuchbender

      May 31, 2026 at 9:07 pm

      @notyou8397 that made me laugh

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    • @david_oliveira71

      June 1, 2026 at 12:52 pm

      @MaxBuchbender books are (one of) the best

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    May 31, 2026 at 11:51 am

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      June 1, 2026 at 8:08 am

      Am keen !

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  5. @MahmudBinSaleh

    May 31, 2026 at 1:29 pm

    Incredible video ❤🇧🇩

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  6. @doubleuenbeeeh

    May 31, 2026 at 1:31 pm

    Wow Elise Hu is terrifying, which is impressive after dedicating her life to and writing a book about skincare

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