The International Schoolof Energy Medicine

Join Our Newsletter

& receive a free ebook chapter!

The 5 Major Benefits of Laughter Yoga

Wed, 24 October 2012

The benefits of Laughter Yoga are too numerous to mention in one article. Therefore, Dr. Kataria summarized them into these 5 categories. This is a handy list. So when someone asks you why Laughter Yoga is beneficial, this list becomes a great resource.

1. Reduces Stress

Laughter is an effective stress management tool and is the fastest way to reduce stress. In our modern world, people face physical stress from being overworked. They also have mental stress from various demands and deadlines. Additionally, they have emotional stress due to their relationships. Laughter Yoga immediately releases all three stresses at once.

2. Elevates Mood

Laughter Yoga helps put you in a good mood, because it releases the feel- good endorphins of serotonin and dopamine. This causes a perception shift, which makes everything in your life, feel better. It creates more energy throughout the day.

3. Health Benefits

Laughter is a cardiovascular exercise that promotes physical wellness on a number of levels. It is preventative in that it boosts the immune system, keeping us from getting sick in the first place. It is also curative in that it reduces pain, lifts depression, and promotes healing.

4. Social Connector

Laughter club members connect so easily. It’s like social glue that makes laughers feel like family. This is why Dr. Kataria started dreaming about world peace through laughter. When people have meaningful connections, their entire quality of life is enhanced, helping them to live longer, healthier, happier, and more meaningful lives.

5. Laughing through Challenges

Anyone can laugh when times are good, but Laughter Yoga teaches people to laugh unconditionally so that they can laugh even when times are hard. It provides strength in adversity, a coping mechanism to help people keep a positive mental attitude regardless of circumstances.

Comments

No comments

Leave a Comment

Testimonials

You Know I think I'd be dead or in prison by now if I'd not found Pennie or done this work. I thank God every day and I'm soo very grateful. You know if you are at the end of your tether, in the shit or anger and confused then Breath Work is the thing that will turn your life around. It’s fast, simple and effective just like Ronseal… it does what it says on the tin yeah, so stop messing around and do it!

Matthew Donnachie, Builder

I have benefited so much from being part of the six-month women's breathwork group. We have all supported each other on our individual journeys and it has been uncanny how often other people's stories and experiences have resonated with me. The breathwork sessions have seen us all make amazing breakthroughs while Pennie and Jill hold the space and dispense pearls of wisdom.

Beverley Glick, Human Potential Coach
More testimonials