Karyn Buxman, RN, MSN

Nursing, Humor Therapy A humorist, internationally recognized expert in therapeutic humor, and former nurse, Karen Buxman began her career in speaking when she realized it didn't require white support pantyhose, didn't involve body fluids, and didn't have to be done in 12-hour shifts. President of HUMORx and an active member of both the Applied Sciences for Therapeutic Humor and International Society of Humor Studies, Buxman shows people how to use humor for stress management, manage conflict with humor, and increase creativity through laughter and play.

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For 15 years, Karyn has been speaking to audiences about the application of humor in a work setting. More recently, she has combined her work with the Six Advisors Success System; a marriage of the formal science of axiology and the success principles defined by Og Mandino in his book, The Greatest Salesman in the World, in order to effect real change in the arenas of business and personal growth.

Karyn is President and Founder of HumorX. Through her years of research and experience, she's determined that humor and its powerful consequences (physiological, psychological, social and spiritual) offer benefits in the work place that can be the catalyst for change that will move groups forward and allow individuals to live more positive, productive and happier lives. Karyn is serious about humor and business growth!

Karyn recently relocated to sunny, Southern California. Leaving behind the Show-Me State for sunshine and beaches, she is thrilled to call San Diego her home. Her hobbies include making beds, folding laundry, washing dishes, vacuuming, and scrubbing toilets. (Would you like to buy a bridge?)

Karyn shares insights from the emerging field of neuromarketing; she explores the many uses of humor in the workplace; and she gives audiences practical strategies for surviving and thriving by harnessing their sense of humor. "Neuroscientists are now proving what the advertising guys have intuited all along: 'Logic tells, emotion sells'

"Thank you so much for speaking in our 21st Annual Nursing Symposium today. It's such an honor and pleasure having you with us, sharing your time and expertise to educate professional health care providers about the significance of therapeutic humor and how to cultivate a balanced work life. Your commitment to professional development is commendable, duly recognized and very much appreciated. Thank you very much for a job well done!"

- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

"I can't begin to tell you how nice it was to work with you on our annual program. Your humor, warmth and personal touches made this one of the easiest events to plan - and remember, I need to please more than a thousand women at this event! Congratulations on an outstanding job! I look forward to working with you again."

- St. Joseph's Mercy at Macomb

"Your stamina was amazing -- it was a long day, yet each presentation was fresh and energetic. All left feeling that you gave them something special."

- Foundation of CVPH Medical Center

"I enjoyed sitting in the back of the room and watching the audience rock with laughter. You have a wonderful gift for imparting great practical advice and worldly wisdom by poking fun at everyday life. Your involvement as a presenter was a key component to the success of our conference."

- Florida Healthcare Association

"Your humor, warmth and personal touches made this one of the easiest events to plan - and remember, I need to please more than a thousand women at this event!"

- Northern Hospital