Maria the Muse

When was the last time you had a real belly laugh?

The kind that leaves you gasping for air and practically rolling on the floor with tears coming down your face?

Studies have shown that laughing has many health benefits including activating the immune system, decreasing stress hormones, lowering blood pressure, and even reducing pain.  And a good belly laugh also juggles your insides…kind of like jogging on the inside.

Aside from all that, laughing just makes you feel good!  It lightens your mood and helps you temporarily forget all those life issues that are weighing you down.

Some easy laughter inducing activities include watching funny movies, playing with your kids, hanging out with friends, reminiscing on funny memories, even playing harmless, practical jokes.

I’ve even heard that regular laughing can take 10 years off your appearance!

Have an inspired weekend!

Maria

PS Here’s a cool link to the benefits of laughing.