Could Laughter Change Your Day?

The Quote

“Laughter is the shortest distance between two people.”

Victor Borge

The Facts

A study published by The Journal of Neuroscience found that social laughter increased the brain’s production of endorphins, which can create natural pain relief and boost the mood. The same feel-good chemicals are produced during exercise or falling in love.

Researchers found that participants had elevated pain thresholds after watching laughter-evoking comedy.

Group laughter can release even more endorphins than laughing alone. 

Thoughts

Are there ways you could strategically boost your laughter exposure?

What are some situations where natural laughter happens more often, and with who?

• Comedy club: Live comedy shows or seeing your favourite comedian - or even if it’s just via streaming.

• Laughter tracking: Notice what genuinely makes you laugh and seek more of it.

• Funny Video’s and Memes: Needing a comedy break - spend a few minutes being reminded of amusing and light hearted moments.

• Funny movie nights: Finding films that genuinely make you laugh out loud.

• Time with those friends who make you laugh: Are there people who consistently make you laugh and happy to be around?

  And remember, laughter can be contagious - so why not spread that endorphine releasing, natural mood lifter around!

Ok, that’s all for now!