Laughter- The best medicine.

@Pose123 (21635)
Canada
August 10, 2008 9:12pm CST
I recently came across a very interesting article in Ode Magazine about, of all things,'Laughter Yoga'. I was amazed to discover that there are Laughter Yoga clubs all over the word. These people don't depend on jokes or funny stories to make them laugh, they just do it. If anyone is interested and want to watch the video go to: http://www.odemagazine.com/blogs/exchange/2891 Who knows there may be a club near you, or some of you may already be members. See what you think.
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@faith210 (11224)
• Philippines
11 Aug 08
Hi Pose123! I agree that Laughter is the best medicine but this is the first time I have heard of a "Laughter Yoga". Sounds interesting and fun. haha..I have watched the video that you have shared here and at first, I find the people really kinda weird and looks like they have some loose screws. haha..However, when I really think about this, what they are doing is really admirable. They are teaching people how to release those negativity in their system, and to sustain laughter and happiness within without having to have a reason to justify being simply happy within. I do like this kind of laughing regimen..I don't think there is a laughter club here in our area but that wouldn't stop me from doing it myself. I can always look in the mirror and just laugh my heart out each morning. I think that will be a great way to start my day too. haha.. I think my husband will find me weird when he sees me doing this. haha...Thanks for sharing this my friend. Take care always..God Bless!
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@Pose123 (21635)
• Canada
12 Aug 08
Hi faith, Thank you for commenting. It is also the first time that I heard of it, but I think they may just have something there. I wonder if we could get the world's peoples all laughing together, would we find peace? Blessings.
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@faith210 (11224)
• Philippines
13 Aug 08
Hi dear friend! I think that is a possibility! If we all laugh together, I think that the feeling of anger will be calmed down and hatred will be healed. Laughter is a powerful tool that can do wonders for our souls. lovelots..faith210
@II2aTee (2559)
• United States
12 Aug 08
What a neat little find here, Pose. I love the concept, and I'm sure you will not be surprised to know that as I listened to all those people laughing (at nothing), I couldnt help but start to laugh also!
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@Pose123 (21635)
• Canada
12 Aug 08
Thanks for commenting Tee, I love the idea but there is no club in my area, maybe I should try to get one started. Blessings.
@AmbiePam (120733)
• United States
12 Aug 08
I read about this group a couple of years ago. It was called the Laughter Club, or something like what you mentioned, and I was interested if they had any of them near me. There was one in my state, but none anywhere close to where it would be practical of me to try to attend. It's a shame because I think it would be fun.
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@Pose123 (21635)
• Canada
12 Aug 08
Hi AmbiePam, Thanks for your comment. This was the first I heard of it but I'm in the same situation as you, there is no club near enough for me to attend. Like you I think it would be a lot of fun, maybe I'll try to get one started in my area. Blessings.
@Mirita (2668)
• United States
11 Aug 08
Yes, laughter is really the best medicine there is to cure depression and it makes you forget all your troubles.
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@Pose123 (21635)
• Canada
11 Aug 08
Hi Mirita, Thanks for commenting. Blessings.
@poohgal (6845)
• Singapore
12 Aug 08
Such Laughter Yoga is common in Asia. Such a Laughter Club exists in my neighborhood. However, they are usually attended by the retirees. I think it's good for the retirees to join such a club as it brings companionship and joy into their lives. It's good if more younger people can join as Laughing can help to de-stress.
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@Pose123 (21635)
• Canada
12 Aug 08
Hi poohgal, Thanks for this, I had never heard of it before seeing this video. I wish there was one in my neighbourhood, I waould love to join. Blessings.
@izathewzia (5134)
• Philippines
11 Aug 08
I watched it on tv regarding the laughter yoga. It sounds great and very healthy. It releases all your tensions and makes you feel really, really good. I even laugh at their session because it is contagious.
@Pose123 (21635)
• Canada
12 Aug 08
Hi izathewzia, This was the first I'd heard of it, but I liked the idea. Thankks for responding. Blessings.