David Naster

He was born. He grew up in smart-alec family teaching him how to survive with humor. Went to college to study Psyschology. Decided he would rather make fun of people than help them. Not knowing at the time how laughter helps people in ways he never would have imagined. Began making people laugh for a living. 31 years later is an authority of  the benefits of humor and laughter. Naster's "You Just have To Laugh" philosophy is endorsed by such people as Patch Adams, Dr Bernie Siegel and Herb Kelleher of Southwst Airlines. Naster's book, "You Just Have To Laugh through Tough Times" is recognized internationally as the best humor book award from doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals. 

31 years later Naster ability to make audiences laugh is compared to Robin Williams and Red Skelton. When Bob Costas needed to replace Billy Crystal for his annual charity event - he hired David Naster. 

Presently, Naster is dedicated to making a difference in people's lives with humor. The tougher the time the more Naster wants to share his gift of laughter.   

Nobody does what David Naster does.  He is a keynote speaker and philosopher. Naster is a rare blend of quality entertainment and true inspiration. He is funny without cursing. He motivates without preaching.

Naster’s philosophy: YOU JUST HAVE TO LAUGH 

“Many thanks for your uplifting book. We obviously share the same philosophy about life and laughter.”– Herbert Kelleher, Founder & Executive Chairman Southwest Airlines 

“Love may be the building block of life, but laughter is the mortar that hold your life together. Read this book and learn to survive.”— Dr. Bernie Siegel, M.D. Author of “Love, Medicine and Miracles”  

“Not only has David made me laugh, (I should know, we’ve worked together) he spreads it’s magic. Funny is funny, but to find the humor in troubled times and still laugh, is the gift of this book.” — Larry King, Host of CNN’s Larry King Live  

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You Just Have To Laugh
Using humor to make tough times better when things go bad, we get scared, sad and angry. We think of what ‘could have’ been, ‘should have’ been and are afraid of what ‘could be.’ That fearful thinking makes us miserable. To free ourselves from this self-imposed suffering, we only have to change the way we think. Humor is the quickest way to snap out of fear. David Naster wants to know your group’s greatest challenges. He will then customize a funny and insightful presentation that will show your audience how to laugh at the things that make them miserable.