In the mood"Humor can be dissected as a frog can, but the thing dies in the process and the innards are discouraging to any but the pure scientific mind."
E. B. White
Why do people turn on humor?
Is it genetically predisposed to make people laugh and crack a smile, make them happy, share funny stories with them, and get funny jokes and ideas as well?
Read our review, the truth is out there!
1. Laughter As Medicine for Back Injury and Chronic Pain
(oh yes, choose an appropriate kind of activity!)
“Laughter is more than just a response to humor.Laughter is a great workout that boosts the immune system, increases circulation, offers benefits to the heart, and more.Scientific studies show that laughter has positive effects on the heart, blood vessels, stress hormones, mental health and family relationships. These health benefits of laughter all contribute to smoother overall functioning, which in turn speeds injury healing and helps manage chronic pain.”
Watch it and smile!
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2. Humor is dead, but not you!

“Is This Supposed To Be Funny?
Well if you can't laugh at the end of the world,
you're not thoroughly enjoying the time you have.
Laugh a little before we all ... BOOM! Gotcha!”
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3. We smile, because we have a sense of humor or we are stupid suckers!
“Facial feedback” hypothesis: you may actually be able to improve your mood by simply smiling!
Having trouble forcing a smile? Here are a few suggestions that may help liven things up!
- jump on the bed
- make faces at yourself in the mirror
- bake cookies
- dance
- find a playground
- find your baby pictures
- hug someone you love (or may be sex)
- take a walk in the rain
- watch cartoons you loved as a kid
- imitate a well-known comedian - with exaggeration
- visit a pet store
You are to decide!
4. Humor: An Antidote for Stress
“Positive emotions can create neurochemical changes that will buffer the immunosuppressive effects of stress”
Well, don’t misunderestimate its vital force!
5. Benefits of Laughter
• Reduction of stress and tension.
• Stimulation of your immune system.
• An increase of natural painkillers in your blood.
• A decrease in systemic inflammation.
• Reduction of your blood pressure.
• Lifts your spirits.
• Laughter and humor relieve tension, lift spirits, and bring couples closer together.
• Having a sense of humor as a couple can help keep your relationship fresh.
Smile as much as you can! :)
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