Laughter Is A Powerful Medicine

Laughter is a strong medicine. Laughter triggers healthy, physical and emotional changes in the body. Laughter strengthens our immune system, boosts our mood, diminishes pain, and protects us from the damaging effects of stress.

- Dr Arun Oommen

Nothing works faster or more dependably to bring our mind and body back into balance than a good laugh. Humor lightens our burdens, inspires hope, connects us to others, and keeps us grounded, focused, and alert. It also helps us to release anger and forgive sooner.

With so much power to heal and renew, the ability to laugh easily and frequently is a tremendous resource for surmounting problems, enhancing our relationships, and supporting both physical and emotional health. Children used to laugh hundreds of times a day, but as adults, life tends to be more serious and laughter more infrequent. But by seeking out more opportunities for humor and laughter, we can improve our emotional health, strengthen our relationships, find greater happiness and even add more healthy years to our life.

How Laughter Benefits Our body and Mind

Physical health benefits-

•Boosts Immunity

•Decreases stress Hormones

•Reduces bodily pain

•Reduces heart diseases and other lifestyle diseases

•Relaxes our muscles

Mental Health benefits-

•Eases Anxiety and tensions

•Improves the happiness quotient

•Mood elevation

•Improves resilience and reduce stress

Social benefits-

•Improves personal and professional relationships

•Enhances teamwork

•Diffuses conflicts and improves group bonding

•Improves our attractiveness