How to Practice Laughter Therapy for Instant Mood Boost ?

Step 1: Find Your Space

Choose a quiet, comfortable spot where you feel relaxed — it could be your living room, a cozy corner, or even outdoors. ?

Step 2: Warm Up

Start with deep belly breaths. Inhale deeply, hold for a few seconds, and exhale slowly. Do this 3-5 times to relax your body and mind.

Step 3: Fake It ‘Til You Make It

Laughter therapy often starts with intentional laughter. Yep, fake it! Start with a soft chuckle, then let it build into a hearty laugh. The more you laugh (even if it's forced), the more natural laughter will feel. Try to make it contagious — laugh with others if you can! ?

Step 4: Laughter Exercises

Here are some fun ones to try:

• The Silent Laugh:

  Pretend you're laughing, but keep it silent. Focus on the physical movements — your body will start to feel lighter!

• The Mirror Laugh:

  Stand in front of a mirror and laugh at your reflection. It’s harder to take yourself seriously when you see how silly you look! Or even how terrific you look!

• Laughing Yoga:

  Combine laughter with yoga poses if yoga is your thing. Stretch, breathe, and giggle your way through it!

• Watch a Funny Comedy:

  TV show or movie you think you will like (use a website like “Rotten Tomatoes,” to help make sure you find something that suits you). You can even try watching some comedians on Youtube® or Instagram®. This is how author Norman Cousins helped to cure his cancer as he revealed.

Step 5: Notice the Benefits

After 5-10 minutes of laughter therapy, notice how you feel! Your body will release endorphins, lowering stress and anxiety while increasing feelings of happiness and relaxation. ?

Step 6: Make It a Daily Practice

The more you laugh, the easier it becomes to use laughter as a tool for healing. Try starting your day with a few minutes of laughter therapy or schedule a "laughter break" during the day to reset.

Laughter really is the best medicine! ? So next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, just laugh it off — it could be exactly what you need. ? Get our free health newsletter...just sign up here: