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Why Laughter Is What The Doctor Ordered

Did you realize many of us are killing ourselves, and we don't even realize it?




We are literally "stressing out" right into an early grave at alarming rates. Many of the top health problems we face: heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, depression, anxiety, etc., are often caused, or exacerbated, by our ever-increasing levels of stress.



How often do you toss and turn at night because you can not shake the worry? Will you be the next in line for company lay offs? How will you pay for college tuition for the children? How is the mortgage payment going to be made this month?



Too many of us suffer from the twin ailments of worry and despair - and we are getting sicker by the day. However, the good news is a cure exists, and the medication is readily available to all. This medicine is called good, hearty laughter.



It is just what the doctor ordered. In fact, laughter resulting from humor and pure joy has clinically proven benefits to both mind and body.



For example, some of the physical and emotional benefits of laughter include:





It relaxes our entire bodies

Helps to relieve stress

Releases endorphins, the "feel-good" hormones of the body. Endorphins assist in reducing pain as well.

Bolsters our immune system by reducing stress hormones and helping the production of infection-fighting antibodies

Improves heart function by increasing blood flow

Makes us more attractive

Improves our mood



Fortunately, laughter is one prescription that is readily available for very little or no cost. So when you begin to feel stressed out and overwhelmed, call up a dear friend and reminisce over the last time you both had a good laugh. Watch your favorite comedy movie or television show.



Go play with your children, their laughter is infectious! While on you daily commute to or from work, listen to a stand-up comedy routine to make the drive far more enjoyable.



Finally, make a conscious effort to include more laughter and joy in your life. Not only will it make you feel better almost immediately, but will also help to inspire you with new hope.



Terez Williamson invites you to give yourself and someone you love the healing gift of laughter! In his new ebook, 100 YouTube Funny Videos, he has compiled some of most hilarious video clips sure to tickle your funny bone, and warm your heart. So visit 100 YouTube Funny Videos to get your very own digital copy now!



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