When I am watching a show or a comedy, alone and there’s something funny most of the time I don’t laugh, but when I watch something or see something with friends I laugh more. Why is that?
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Most (if not all) comedy relies upon a social status change. The “butt” of a joke is diminished. This social context diminishment is recognized and the rapid breathing response, laughter, is the acknowledgement. A group will prevail in reinforcing this awareness, however an individual will put themselves at risk for targeting by the diminished party. Strength and humour in numbers.
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