Laughter Is the Best Medicine
Written by Chamunda Swami Ji
In the world of corporate power and hectic life, where is the time to sit with friends and share belly laughter? Can you think of the day that just passed and count the number of times that you actually truly laughed, smiled or giggled? Not the fake laugh that you have for customers but the true genuine laughter. I am sure you do not even need your one finger to count that! Remember as kids we used to giggle and laugh at the smallest of things and the rest of the day was so happy! It is truly said that childhood is the golden stage of every person`s life because in this stage you have laughed the maximum.
Laughter truly is the best medicine. It can brighten any person`s day. In fact, science and research shows that happy state of mind is linked with laughter which is ultimately linked to good health. Research has shown far reaching health benefits of laughter:
• Relieves stress
• Increases level of endorphin hormones which are related to good health
• It is a good physical and emotional release. A person feels lighter after smiling and laughing
• Reduces pain and allows us to tolerate discomfort
• Reduces blood sugar levels thereby increasing glucose tolerance
• It is a good work out for your hear and a good belly laugh is an excellent exercise for your diaphragm
• It brings the focus away from anger, guilt, stress etc , thereby creating positive energy around you
• It connects two people. Social benefits of laughter are immense. It is rightly said that laugh and the world will laugh with your
Have you ever wondered why happy people live longer? They obviously faced hardships and challenges in life! But they smiled and braved the challenges. They had positive attitude in life and never missed an opportunity to laugh their heart out. Just as a good cry is essential, laughter in life is equally pivotal! Science has proven that laughter generates positives energies and hormones that make your mind, body and soul healthy.
Laughter does not require any monetary investment, just your positive attitude in life. Count your blessings in life and you will have a prompt smile on your face always. Laugh for 30 minutes daily as an exercise and see the miracles that your life has to offer for yourself!
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