Laughter
Laughter as a Therapeutic Tool
My journey into using laughter for wellbeing began in October 2021 when I attended a Laughter Yoga workshop with participants affected by cancer. The experience left me inspired, curious, and eager to explore the therapeutic potential of laughter.
Determined to learn more, I pursued further training, and in February 2023, I travelled to Durham to complete Certified Laughter Yoga Leader training. By the end of the weekend, I became a certified leader, and just a month later, I launched my first Laughter Yoga Club, bringing joy, connection, and wellbeing to participants.
As time goes by, the more I learn about the science of laughter the more my thirst for knowledge in this field grows.
Laughter is a natural healing phenomenon, non-pharmacological, non-invasive requiring no specialised equipment. It is accessible to all at any time. Research into laughter therapy has shown that there are physiological changes to our bodies that promotes good physical health. Mentally, laughter therapy alleviates stress, anxiety, tension, and depression because when we laugh endorphins, serotonin, oxytocin, and dopamine are released naturally by the body to help us feel good. When we feel good, we feel more positive about life.
Laughter therapy is an eight-session directive programme providing psychoeducation, psychological exploration of self, playfulness, and lots of laughter. We visit themes of happiness, loss, anger, and relationships.
If this has sparked an interest for you, please give me a call and we can discuss it further.