15.47.a - How I Lost My Sense of Humour

In this PAID le Bulletin I'm talking about building something I care about while terrified of looking foolish. Then an American in France with a judgemental duck reminded me: stop trying so hard.

Today at a Glance: Your PAID weekly newsletter

Bonjour, my dear friends, both new and long-time ones...

I’m thrilled to have you here with me for the first time and regulars, again this week—bienvenue—welcome to our little corner of France!

Un grand merci (a big thank you) for being part of this wonderful global family of Francophiles. Your support enables me to continue growing and improving MyFrenchLife™ Magazine and le Bulletin newsletter.

Here’s what you’ll find today:

1. My discussion this week, “15.47.a -”How I Lost My Sense of Humour “

2. This week’s ‘What’s happening in MyFrenchLife™ Magazine’ - new contributors and articles

3. A gift for all readers: “The Beautiful Impossibility of French Culture” - how contradiction became France’s superpower (free to read - no paywall)

4. You can also find the free newsletter ‘‘15.46 - A Gift, An Invitation, and France’s ‘Audacieuse’ Strategy“→here.

Warm regards
Judy - 22.11.2025

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1. How I Lost My Sense of Humour Building Something I Actually Care About