Wednesday, July 14, 2010

The Benefits of Laughter




 
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 conflicts
  • Promotes group bonding
For a better understanding of how humor improves your health, click here.  I don't know about you all, but I could use more laughter in my life :)

 

 

 

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