A new study finds that laughing at harmless mistakes may boost how warm, confident, and authentic you appear to others.

Every long-term relationship collects material. Inside jokes. Awkward memories. Petty arguments that feel ridiculous in hindsight. The ability to laugh about those moments is a diagnostic sign. Humor, ...

Awkward can be awesome. Don’t believe me? Allow me to embarrass myself for your benefit. Exhibit A: The day I wore mismatched shoes—two completely different ones. I had back-to-back meetings, ...