19 Aug 10 Small Ways to Bring Laughter and Joy Into Your Day
Laughter is SO important and has SO many benefits.
But too often we underrate it; or discount it as frivolous or maybe even immature.
But laughter and joy bring happiness and energy that make everything in life better. And here are some ways to bring more of it into your days …
via Thrive Global by Rebecca Muller
We know from experience that having a good laugh can help put us in a good mood, but there’s actually a lot of science behind the benefits of laughter. Research shows that laughter can help relieve stress, boost happiness, and even improve the immune system. And if you’re having a day that feels stressful or challenging, taking time to simply giggle at a funny video with a co-worker or share a joke with a friend can help give you the boost you need to channel joy and take on the rest of your day.
We asked our Thrive community to share with us the little things that bring them joy and make them laugh. Which of these ideas will you try?
Listen to a comedian you love
“Listening or watching to stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan always makes me laugh! It’s even better when I can do it with my family. Having us all laugh together is such a joy.”
—Dianna O’Connell, master data analyst, Collegeville, PA
Joke around with your partner
“When I want to laugh, I turn to my husband, who has the best sense of humor. He has the wonderful ability of diffusing stressful situations, sensitively putting things into perspective, and helping me to laugh at myself, too.”
—Liggy Webb, presenter and author, Cheltenham, UK
Play with your dog
“I never fail to laugh when I look over at my yellow lab Dexter, who has a bed in my office, and I find him sleeping upside down. He has done this every single day for more than two years since I adopted him and I still laugh every single time.”
—Channing Muller, marketing consultant and coach, Chattanooga, TN
… keep reading the full & original article HERE