Research has shown that laughter helps remove the negative effects of STRESS. It helps control high blood pressure and heart disease. It helps reduce the release of stress-related hormones and brings relaxation. It releases endorphins, which are the body's natural painkillers. Laughter has been shown to be an effective antidote for depression, anxiety and psychosomatic disorders. Laughter boosts the production of serotonin, a natural anti-depressant. It improves sleep. From my experience in taking the training and leading a laughter yoga class, laughter is a full body work-out that tones the core muscles.
Laughter is a wonderful meditative practice because it puts us intensely in the moment. It is nearly impossible to worry or be fearful or angry while you are laughing. Okay, so you get the idea - laughter is good for you!
This video is not from a laughter class but simply some people enjoying laughing. Watching it may give you a good laugh too. The KC LAUGHS CLUB is now forming. Contact Barbara Anderson, M.A. for more information,