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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.

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