How Stand-Up Comedy Taught Me That Approval Is Overrated

You don't get better if you're just trying to affirm how good you already are. This writer learned that when she took the mic. You don't get better if you're just trying to affirm how good you already are. This writer learned that when she took the mic. Three years ago, I called a stand-up comedy instructor to sign up for one of his classes. "I do not like being on stage, and I am not funny," I said. "Do you think I can still take the class?" Thankfully, he said yes. Read Full Story