Laughter and Smiling Keeps You
Relaxed and Happy
You might have often heard that “Laughter is the best
medicine,” but you might not know, “If you laugh for
no reason, then you need medicine!” Jokes aside,
there is a positive correlation between laughter and
the health and well-being of an individual. In light of
established and ongoing research, scientists have
concluded, if you strive for a laughter workout every
day, you will be more optimistic, healthy, and free
from life-threatening diseases.
We can also think in a way that if stress and negati-
ve emotions can suppress the immune system in an
individual, why can’t laughter and humor promotes
healing and prolong their lives?
physical Health Benefits:
• Boosts immunity
• Lowers stress hormones
• Decreases pain
• Relaxes your muscles
• Prevents heart disease
Mental Health Benefits:
• Adds joy and zest to life
• Eases anxiety and fear
• Relieves stress
• Improves mood
• Enhances resilience
Social Benefits:
• Strengthens relationships
• Attracts others to us
• Enhances teamwork
• Helps defuse conflict
• Promotes group bonding
Winter / Spring 2017 | ZEALOUSNESS MAGAZINE |