3 Reasons Why Laughter Is So Good For You
Laughter is one of the best medicines for stress relief.
Laughter is a powerful tool to improve your physical, mental, and social well-being.
Research says that laughter is a great form of stress relief. Laughter activates many areas of your brain that lead to physiological changes in your brain and body that benefit your health.
Laughter is just what your doctor ordered.
“Always laugh when you can. It is cheap medicine.”
— Lord Byron, a British Romantic poet
Let’s dive into the three benefits of why laughter is good for you.
1. Physical benefits
Laughter helps you increase your intake of air that stimulates your heart, lungs, and muscles. Laughter helps you increase endorphins in your brain and nervous system that reduce your pain and boost your pleasure. Endorphins help you reduce body weight, ease depression, and boost self-esteem.
“Laughter serves as a blocking agent. It’s like a bulletproof vest.”
— Norman Cousins, an American journalist
