Don’t Be Distracted by the Silliness
At 21, I was given a job that required just one thing: to show up and have fun. My sole output? Pure, unfiltered silliness. I threw myself into it because I wanted to keep my job.
But little did I know, there was something profound happening just beneath my big green furry nose.
Silliness turned out to be a superpower.
It breathed life into a furry green character—the Phillie Phanatic—a personality that could reach across divides, bring people together, and make everyone who crossed his path feel a little lighter.
And it wasn’t just about laughs. The Phanatic became a source of comfort, laughter, and joy for millions, whether fans were celebrating life or fighting through its challenges.
For 48 years, the Phanatic has been more than just a mascot. He’s been a beacon of hope, embodying the very soul of the city of Brotherly Love.
Silliness became a bridge, connecting people from all walks of life with a shared moment of joy and resilience.
Here’s the thing: silliness isn’t always taken seriously—our brains are even wired to ignore it. But that’s why it’s so powerful.
By tapping into our silly side, we can rewire our brains, giving ourselves a tool to face life’s inevitable ups and downs.
So don’t dismiss the silly moments in life. Embrace them.
Let them strengthen you, lift you, and connect you to others.
Silliness has the power to heal, to unite, and to remind us that joy is always within reach—even on the hardest days.
Rejoice in the power of silliness! It may just be the superpower we all need to make the world a better place! 💪🙏❤
