Turns Out, Immaturity Is Healthy - Science says so.
The Case For Stupid Jokes (And Why You Should Lean In)
You know that shirt your friend wears that makes absolutely no sense? The one with the hidden dicks in the pattern? Or the childish inside joke you can’t explain without sounding insane? Good news: science suggests that silliness — the immature, irreverent kind — is actually good for you.
Happiness Isn’t All Meditation And Green Smoothies
Sure, there’s a lot to be said for breathwork, mindfulness, and eating kale (go for gold). But researchers like Richard Wiseman (59 Seconds) and Arthur Brooks (Build the Life You Want) point out that some of the quickest wins for boosting well-being are surprisingly… stupid.
In 59 Seconds, Wiseman cites studies showing that even fake smiles can trick your brain into feeling happier. Brooks and Dan Harris (10% Happier) both argue that small, daily nudges — especially ones that involve social connection and laughter — have outsized effects on happiness.
Laughter = Medicine (And Also Immaturity)
When you share a dumb meme, giggle at a pun, or laugh at the absurd, you’re not just killing time — you’re literally changing your brain chemistry. Dopamine, serotonin, endorphins. All the good stuff.
The Science of Being Stupid (A Little Bit)
A 2003 study in Psychological Science found that humor, especially shared humor, can strengthen social bonds and build resilience against stress. That means your group chat full of childish jokes? That’s basically group therapy — just cheaper.
Even lowbrow humor, the kind your grandma might side-eye, can serve as a release valve for tension. It helps us feel connected, seen, and, well… human.
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A Few Quick Science-Backed Ways To Feel Happier Today (That Involve Being Dumb)
- Share a silly meme (research says even seeing others smile makes you happier).
- Wear something that makes you — and everyone else — do a double take.
- Make a bad pun.
- Start a ridiculous group chat thread.
- Remember: smiling actually changes your brain chemistry. Do it, even if you feel like a twit.
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