School is in full swing around here and along with it comes an extremely hectic schedule. I'm talking about the kind of schedule that has you wondering just exactly what day it really is. LOL Time to start working in lots of those laughter moments to decompress and save my sanity.
Did you know, when we laugh, our entire body relaxes. A good, hearty belly laugh can actually relieve physical tension and stress as well. I've read this relaxed state can even last up to 45 minutes after. No way! Really? Boy, could I use that!
The Physical Benefis:
* Laughter boosts the immune system.
* Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural feel-good chemicals.
* Laughter protects the heart.
* 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 conflict
* Promotes group bonding
Now with all these wonderful benefits, why have I not been using this little trick? It's not that big a deal that I woke up this morning to a leaky pipe and had to call the plumber. Right? Did he just give me a $400.00 estimate? Now there's a good belly laugh for you! Needless to say we still have no water because Hubby is determined to fix this leak all by himself. I'm laughing, really I am. I did make some great head way on my edits as I waited for the plumber to show up. That's a good thing.
Come on ya'll, let's get this laughter started!! I'm off to find me something to laugh about! Lord knows I need it right about now!
Did you know, when we laugh, our entire body relaxes. A good, hearty belly laugh can actually relieve physical tension and stress as well. I've read this relaxed state can even last up to 45 minutes after. No way! Really? Boy, could I use that!
The Physical Benefis:
* Laughter boosts the immune system.
* Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural feel-good chemicals.
* Laughter protects the heart.
* 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 conflict
* Promotes group bonding
Now with all these wonderful benefits, why have I not been using this little trick? It's not that big a deal that I woke up this morning to a leaky pipe and had to call the plumber. Right? Did he just give me a $400.00 estimate? Now there's a good belly laugh for you! Needless to say we still have no water because Hubby is determined to fix this leak all by himself. I'm laughing, really I am. I did make some great head way on my edits as I waited for the plumber to show up. That's a good thing.
Come on ya'll, let's get this laughter started!! I'm off to find me something to laugh about! Lord knows I need it right about now!
