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BENEFITS OF HUMOUR

by Jacquie Hermans

Do you remember the last time you laughed so hard your cheeks and stomach hurt? During that moment of utter enjoyment your body was being flooded with positive energy that filled your core from cell to cell. A good laugh can have a similar feeling to a vigorous workout at the gym, or the indulgence of an incredible chocolate dessert – all of which are quite enjoyable and have many benefits of there own. A great laugh, however, heals you from the inside out.

To laugh with such unfiltered passion stimulates you mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. You feel positively rejuvenated, light, powerful, joyful and at peace with yourself.

Along with these great feelings, come many benefits:

Physically
Improved respiration and circulation
Oxygenates the blood
Lowers blood pressure
Heart beats stronger
Stimulates the nervous system
Boosts the immune system
Healing chemicals are released

Mentally
Powerful stress reducer
Encourages adaptability
Creativity is boosted
Increases productivity
Enhances mental flexibility
Emotionally

Courage to deal with adverse situations
Boosts playfulness and spontaneity
Builds morale
Relationship builder
Spiritually

Positive energy is surging through every cell of your body

More open communication to the spirit world
If laughing has so many benefits – why not be proactive with your health and laugh more? Make a point to laugh everyday. Laugh at yourself when you put on two different socks, or wear your shirt inside out or forget to zip yourself up, rent a comedy, go to a Second City improv show, or find a website that can email you a daily joke. Share a joke with others. You can help others to heal with humour.