Laughter has a profound effect on your mental and physical well-being. Some people say laughter is the best medicine as it releases endorphins that lighten up our mood and relieve our stress. This National Let’s Laugh Day that falls on March 19 laugh often and take joy in the smallest of things around you.
How did it start?
Laughter is as old as the existence of humanity. In fact, as per records, the world’s oldest joke dates back to around 4000 years ago. Laughing helps to boost serotonin levels in our bodies, relieving us from stress and acting as a mood booster. It also lessens the impact of physical health issues.
In 2019, a candy company named ‘Laffy Taffy’ took a survey on National Let’s Laugh Day. The name of the company itself resonates with the word ‘laugh’. A survey was taken of 1500 Americans to learn more about laughter and its impacts. The survey revealed that around 98% of Americans enjoyed making others laugh.
Often, in our daily lives, we try to make other people laugh by cracking a joke or sharing a relatable meme. So, why don’t we make ourselves happy too?
Ways to celebrate National Let’s Laugh Day.
There are tons of ways to celebrate National Let’s Laugh Day.
Start your Day by reading some jokes or watching memes online. You can also share this sense of comic relief with your friends and family by sharing memes and jokes.
You can also practice laughter yoga by joining a group of people who laugh forcibly for positive health benefits.
Have a positive mindset. Always remember that neither good days nor bad days last forever. Be grateful for the things you possess and go out and watch a lovely comedy film in theatres or from the comfort of your home.
People participate in a Laughter Yoga session in Mumbai, India. If you have time to spare, you can book tickets to a stand-up comedy show.