It's FREE, just bring your body and a Smile!!!
Laughter Groups are community based associations of people where all are welcome. They are non-religious, non-political, non-competitive, and a place where you will laugh like you have never laughed before, leaving you refreshed and invigorated. You will do this for no reason at all, except the desire to improve your health and well-being.
Laughter Yoga is a worldwide social movement. It is based on the principle of “laughter and breathing exercises”. In Laughter Yoga, you don't need to be happy, have a sense of humour, or even have a reason in order to laugh. There are over 6000 Laughter groups worldwide in 60 countries and growing.
For centuries, people have known about the healing characteristics of laughter. Recent scientific studies now confirm the old adage that “laughter is the best medicine”.
Laughter:
Boosts the immune system
Decreases blood pressure
Relieves muscular tension and emotional and mental stress
Helps with pain management
Improves breathing
Stimulates digestion and internal organs
Oxygenates blood and brain making one feel alert and energetic
“Laughter takes you from moping to coping to hoping.”
Dr. Joel Good man,
Laughter helps lift the spirit and inspires optimism and hope. It diffuses negative emotions and opens us up to joy and hope.
On a social level, laughter helps dispel loneliness and alienation. It breaks the ice, makes people feel at ease with each other, and improves communication.
The North Vancouver Laughter Sessions are held at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West 1st Street, North Vancouver, BC.
For more information about Laughter Yoga, please phone John Wallstrom at 604 618-9535
or email me at john@laughter-is-the-best-medicine.com
Join the fun and feel the joy!!!