Who doesn’t love a good belly laugh? That immediate euphoric feeling and instant stress release is second to none.
My own yoga teachers believe that laughter keeps us in the present moment with one-pointed awareness. In other words, laughter is an official meditation technique!
Let’s look at some science and facts with regard to the physical health benefits of laughter:
Longer life: A study in one of the happiest countries in the world, Norway, found that people with a strong sense of humour outlived those who don’t laugh as much.
A good, belly laugh can relieve tension and stress, leaving your muscles