Jena, 17.04.2026. Humor is considered a real “game-changer” in many life situations and work areas. Why this is the case and how emotional intelligence can be used in a targeted manner is currently being discussed by around 100 participants at a special congress in Jena.
- Event: Congress for Emotional Intelligence and Humor
- Participants: Approx. 100 people from various professions
- Location: Jena
- TV Report: MDR Thüringen Journal, today at 19:00 (subsequently available in the ARD Mediathek)
The Serious Side of Laughter
The central premise of the event is that humor makes many things – if not everything – easier. The participants approach the topic with a high degree of seriousness. It is not about simply telling jokes, but about the strategic and empathetic use of humor. It functions as a social skill, serves stress management, and significantly helps in the de-escalation of conflicts.
Emotional intelligence is increasingly becoming a focus in the modern working world. The ability to correctly perceive and manage one’s own emotions as well as those of colleagues or customers is now considered an indispensable core competence for successful collaboration.
Background: Jena as a Location for Scientific Discourse
As a university and science city, Jena regularly provides a stage for interdisciplinary specialist congresses and symposia. Topics at the intersection of psychology, sociology, and modern work concepts find an ideal environment in the “Lichtstadt”. Due to the presence of the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität, the Ernst-Abbe-Hochschule, and numerous research-oriented companies, “soft skills” such as emotional intelligence are often debated here not only theoretically but also in a very practical manner.
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Congress for Emotional Intelligence and Humor in Jena | MDR.DE
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