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EP #1007: Laughter Yoga - Because Laughter is the Best Medicine!
From"Health Power"
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Length:
42 minutes
Released:
Jun 15, 2021
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Podcast episode
Description
Lisa is joined by Alik and Lauren Colbert who founded Laughing Lovebugs with a mission to cultivate joy and inspire connection in the lives of others through Laughter Yoga. As Certified Laughter Leaders, they lead Laugher Yoga sessions and programs for individuals of all ages, from children to seniors. They are passionate about empowering, inspiring, and enlightening others, and are dedicated to helping people discover the joys and many benefits of Laughter Yoga. Alik and Lauren met on a popular online dating site in June 2012. Four years later, on his birthday, Alik popped the question, and they married in September 2017. They completed Certified Laughter Leader training through LaughterYoga University, founded by Dr. Madan Kataria. They enroll in refresher courses and attend meetings to stay up to date with everything Laughter Yoga. They are constantly inspired by the joy that Laughter Yoga brings to their lives and infuse this feeling into every interaction and connection.Laughter Yoga is an exercise routine that increases joy, relieves stress, and delivers a fun, uplifting experience. Certified Laughter Leaders guide participants in sessions that combine laughter exercises with deep yoga breathing. No joking, talking or humor is required. Laughter Yoga does not depend on your mood at all. You just need enthusiasm and an open mind.Laughter has many health benefits: Increases oxygen intakeBoosts energy Relieves painIncreases “feel good” hormones (serotonin and endorphins) & decreases “stress hormones” (cortisol) EmotionalCreates a mood boost – that lasts Releases your inner child and brings joyPromotes emotional intelligence Deepens your connection with othersClears negative emotionsMentalPromotes creativity and provides Right Brain ExerciseIncreases focusBoosts confidenceHelps Self-careRelieves Stress
Released:
Jun 15, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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