Castigat ridendo mores

"Castigat ridendo mores" is a Latin phrase that translates to "It corrects manners by laughing" or "One corrects customs by laughing." This phrase encapsulates the idea that satire and humor can be effective tools for critiquing and addressing societal norms and behaviors. The phrase is often associated with literature and the arts, particularly in works that use humor to expose hypocrisy and encourage reflection and change in societal attitudes.