“It stands to reason that anyone who learns to live well will die well. The skills are the same: being present in the moment, and humble, and brave, and keeping a sense of humor. (361)”

“Anyone who tries to predict the future is inevitably a fool. Present company included. A prophet without a sense of humor is just stupid.”

“No mind is thoroughly well-organized that is deficient in a sense of humor.”

“Those who can manage maintain a sense of humor in the face of difficulties, as well as having an elevated inner strength, wisdom and much courage, are great examples of life who inspire who around them to do the same.”

“Live well, Ichigo. Live well, age well, go bald well, and die after me. And… if you can, die smiling.
(Isshin Kurosaki)”

“The attempt to develop a sense of humor and to see things in a humorous light is some kind of a trick learned while mastering the art of living.”

“To my mind, a well-developed sense of humor is the surest indication of a person's humanity, no matter how black and bitter that humor may be.”

“God has no rhyme or reason to who he gives a sense of humor to.”

“That man lives badly who does not know how to die well.”

“As a director, you must keep your sense of humor, your patience and, most of all, your ability to funnel the collective energies of a large group of creative people. For that, you must stay well-hydrated, well-fed, and well-rested. It's also crucial that you have a top-notch ensemble.”