All things Quote by Thomas Jefferson
“Above all things, and at all times, practice yourself in good humor.”
About This Quote
Source Letter to John Adams, 1790
Advises maintaining a lighthearted attitude in all circumstances to foster resilience and social harmony.
In simple terms: Stay humorous always.
Cultivate good humor daily.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- team leadership
- personal stress management
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does humor help or hurt?
- How can you practice humor responsibly?
Humor may be misread in serious contexts.