Laughter has a long history in human culture. Ancient Greek physicians prescribed their patients visits to the hall of comedians and the theater as part of the healing process. Early Native Americans ...

Award-winning comedian and life coach Nancy Witter visited the WECT studio to discuss her second book, “Prescription: ...

Would you laugh more if your life depended on it? The Japanese government certainly thinks you should. Citizens in the northern province of Yamagata have been ordered by law to laugh daily for the ...

Dawn Brouwers, executive director of His Hands Free Clinic in Cedar Rapids, cuts a ribbon Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022, to signify the end of the fundraising campaign to pay off a loan on a new, larger ...

“Ever since quitting my job as a teacher to become a laughter yogi, I’ve been on a mission to bring joy to the world,” says Cat Googe, 53. “I tried laughter yoga for the first time in October 2018 ...

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(RNS) — Wearing a bright pink tank top, Celeste Greene enthusiastically pops off the Zoom screen, clapping as she chants: “HO HO. HA HA HA. HO HO. HA HA HA. YAY,” each smack of her forceful hands ...

Humor has long been recognized for its profound healing effects, even in the darkest times. Laughter serves as a bridge, helping individuals navigate through pain and trauma. This concept is ...

For as long as I can remember, I've made my life into a joke. When I had issues with my car, I would joke with my brother that we would have to run like Fred Flinstones if the floor came out. When I ...

While traditional laughter yoga focuses on breathwork and guided laughter, Josie Flores adds her own unique twist—music and themed “trips”. “Sometimes we take a trip to England with The Beatles or to ...

Emotional readiness often lags behind intellectual awareness, leaving individuals unprepared for a cancer diagnosis. Support ...

Laughter is often considered one of the simplest yet most powerful remedies for improving our well-being. It’s a universal language that brings joy, lightens the mood, and connects us with others.