1. Evaluate the situation. Is this a good time and place for humor?<br>
2 . Evaluate the speaker. Read his or her body language. Interpret his or her facial expression. Would he or she appreciate humor at this time? Be aware that a fall or a mistake might be funny at a later time, but immediately following the incident the person may be hurt or sad.<br>
3 . Is the subject of the humor appropriate?<br>
4 . Make eye contact with the person.<br>
5 . Share the humor.<br>
6. Be sure the humor was taken correctly.<br><br>