Humor: comes from the Latin word *humo*, *humis*, which literally means liquid, moisture. It specifically referred to the moisture of the earth, *humus* in Latin.

Ancient physicians believed that the human body contained four basic fluids called *humors*, which were related to the four elements. These fluids are *Blood* (Air), *Yellow Bile* (Fire), *Lymph* (Water), and *Black Bile* (Earth). Their balance was essential for good health.

If the mixture of humors resulted in a pleasant disposition, the person was said to be in a good mood. Conversely, if the balance of humors resulted in a sullen and unpleasant disposition, the person was said to be in a bad mood.

In the RAE (Royal Spanish Academy) definition, we can find several entries:

– Genius, nature, condition, especially when it manifests outwardly.

– Joviality, wit. A person with a sense of humor.

– The disposition in which someone finds themselves to do something.

– A good disposition to do something.

Types of humor:

1. Humor/Love:

This is characteristic of the Clown. The clown appears vulnerable, open, and available, showing parts of themselves which, by pure resemblance, as if in a mirror, reflect those of the audience.

This immediately provokes loving laughter from the audience or any emotional response, which opens up and allows for a new sense of belonging to our whole being, embracing our light and shadow.

Thus, a loving laughter that unites is generated, a laughter that brings people and situations closer together. This contrasts with cynical or evasive laughter.

2. Cynical or Dark Humor:

Humor that is used to address things that, viewed from another perspective, would elicit pity, terror, sorrow, or similar emotions.

This is the humor used in The Jester, who can afford to laugh at pain, tragedy, and the grotesque. He elevates himself intellectually, thanks to the permission of the Outcast and Deformed Being, which allows him to express certain truths to the King and the public.

In life, this type of humor places the person using it above the situation or other people. It generates a cynical laugh that separates the parties involved, creating a hierarchy between them.

This humor is very common in our society, where several people laugh at one or more others, subjecting them to mistreatment and abuse. An example is the bullying so prevalent in our schools today.

3. Evasive Humor: