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Seaward BL. Comic relief: The healing power of humor. In: Essentials of Managing Stress. Van der Wal CN, et al. Laughter-inducing therapies: Systematic review and meta-analysis. See also 3 simple strategies to help you focus and de-stress 3 ways to become more stress resilient 3 ways to learn patience and amp up your well-being 4 proven ways you can feel happier 5 ways to bring play back into your life A Very Happy Brain Adapt to put stress in its place Anger management: Your questions answered Are your holidays a dietary free-for-all?
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Set yourself up for success Support groups The power of positive thinking Tired of feeling hassled? One study had participants watch 15 minutes of a comedy show in a group. A good guffaw is healthy for your heart. It helps your heart by increasing the amount of oxygen in your blood and kicking up your heart rate. It also decreases arterial wall stiffness —a link to cardiovascular disease. Laughing can help you stay safe from viruses by improving your immune system.
Laughing releases more anti-infection antibodies to help protect your body from infection. Laughing helps lighten your mood. It can lessen chronic depression and anxiety as well as make it easier to cope with challenging situations. Related: Practicing Gratitude for Health and Happiness. It helps manage blood sugar levels, reduces inflammation, manages metabolism, and triggers the fight or flight response in your body at critical times. But too much cortisol and your body feels that stress.
Laughter is one of the ways your body can help regulate cortisol. These tiny molecules maintain immune tolerance and may help fight potentially serious illnesses. Life can be hectic so make sure to include humor in your daily routine. Improve Mood. When you smile your body releases three different hormones: dopamine, endorphins, and serotonin. Something as simple as looking through favorite photos on your phone or creating an album can bring a smile to your face.
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