The Yoga of Laughter
Laughter Yoga was started in 1995 in Mumbai, India by Dr. Madan Kataria. It began with 5 people in a park and has now grown into a worldwide laughter movement. Dr. Kataria’s message “is world peace through laughter”. A typical session involves a blend of deep yogic breathing techniques, gentle stretching, simulated laughter exercises and the cultivation of child-like playfulness. It produces a unique physiological balance by connecting body, mind and spirit.
Benefits of Laughter Yoga
†Boosts the immune system
†Reduces the levels of stress hormones epineprine and cortisol
†Increases brain endorphins and serotonin
†Stimulates deep breathing
†Improves lung capacity and oxygen levels to the blood
†Increases the antibody levels in the mucous membranes of the respiratory passages,
reducing the frequency of infections
†Improves the circulation of both the cardiovascular and lymphatic system
†Increases stamina
†Helps to promote better sleep
†The aerobic exercise or “Internal Jogging” massages the internal organs and intestines,
promoting better digestion
† One minute of hearty laughter is equal to ten minutes on a rowing machine
†Excellent exercise for facial muscles
†Brings people together and improves interpersonal relationships
†Builds self confidence as people become more social
For more information:
Dr. Kataria’s website www.laughteryoga.org
Portsmouth NH Laughter Club – www.portsmouthyoga.com
Jeanne Russell and Kathryn Thompson are certified Laughter Yoga teachers--Laughologists. Their training was by Dr. Madan Kataria from Bombay, India. Laughter Yoga was started by Dr. Kataria in India in 1995. He founded a Laughter Club which soon spread throughout India and is now worldwide. His message is "World peace through Laughter." Now there is a Laughter Club in Portsmouth! A typical Laughter Yoga session is a blend of yogic deep breathing, stretching, simulated laughter exercises and cultivating child-like playfulness. It produces a unique physiological balance in our bodies by connecting body, mind and spirit. laughter Yoga can increase stamina, lower blood pressure, increase brain endorphins and serotonin, decrease stress, boost the immune system massage the internal organs and increase lung capacity.
