Proverbs 15:13: “A glad heart makes a happy face; a broken heart crushes the spirit.”
The anchor of my HOPE is never changing!
Having grown up “proper southern” I often felt that laughter was a sign of immaturity. Proper adults didn’t tell jokes. Proper adults didn’t lie on the floor and roll in laughter when they found something hilarious. Proper adults composed themselves and any smile was the Madonna painting smile! Sound familiar? I have many friends who grew up in the same culture. (I’ve often looked at photos from long ago and wondered why the long faces. Yes…many had HARD lives but joy comes from within – real joy that is!)
Well, I’m here to tell you that laughter is an enormously beneficial part of the adult life! We’re gonna focus here a LOT so stick with me! It doesn’t matter if it’s because of something silly your friend said, something silly your pet did, or some silly scene from your favorite comedy movie—laughter makes you feel really good! Aside from being able to strengthen your relationships and increase your comfort level, in different situations, the chemicals that are released into your blood stream every time you chuckle can also play a role in bettering your health. Whether you’re looking to firm up your immune system, slash your blood pressure, reduce anxiety, beat back your depression, or just incinerate calories, know this: Laughter truly is the best medicine.
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