Laughter: The Best Medicine for Your Health
- Nancy Rich
- Jun 6
- 1 min read
A good laugh isn’t just fun, it’s a powerful tool for your physical and mental well-being.
Research shows that laughter triggers a cascade of health benefits, from reducing stress hormones like cortisol to boosting immunity by increasing infection-fighting antibodies18. When you laugh, your body releases endorphins, natural painkillers that promote relaxation and even temporarily ease discomfort.https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-relief/art-20044456
Laughter also works wonders for your heart. It improves blood flow, lowers blood pressure, and may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/is-laughing-good-for-you
Socially, sharing a laugh strengthens bonds, diffuses tension, and fosters resilience during tough times. Even forced laughter, like in laughter yoga, can trick your brain into feeling happier. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6125057/
Need more giggles in your life? Try watching a comedy, swapping jokes with friends, or leaning into life’s absurdities. As Norman Cousins famously discovered, laughter can be a lifeline, helping him manage chronic pain and sparking scientific interest in its healing power.
For a dose of unstoppable humor, check out The Misadventures of Wimbly Fump by Nancy Rich. This laugh-out-loud book follows the world’s most annoyingly confident man as he turns chaos into comedy, perfect for anyone needing a mood boost. https://www.amazon.com/Misadventures-Wimbly-Fump-Annoyingly-Confident-ebook/dp/B0F2STCZ4Q
by Nancy Rich-The Book Mentor
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