And if I was a half as ugly as you, Sergeant Major, I'd be a poster boy for a prophylactic. (as Gunnery Sgt. Tom 'Gunny' Highway in 'Heartbreak Ridge' - 1986)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He jokes that an ugly soldier would be a poster for protection.
- In plain terms
- He uses dark humor about appearance and safety.
- What can you take from it?
- Humor can defuse tension in harsh environments.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is dark humor useful?
- How does humor affect morale?
Another view
Not everyone finds such jokes appropriate.
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