“Laughter may be a simple act but it is a powerful tool that can easily be used to improve your mindset, strengthen positive beliefs and enhance physical and mental wellbeing.”.
“When you laugh, your heart rate and blood pressure increase briefly, but then they drop – kind of like a mini workout for your cardiovascular system,” says Ali.
In a world where stress and anxiety are ever-present, how can laughter contribute to improving both our mental and physical health?.
“Laughter triggers the release of feel-good endorphins, our body’s natural painkillers, helping to relax muscles and reduce discomfort,” says Dowthwaite-Walsh.
“A deep belly laugh physically releases tension in the muscles, sometimes for up to 45 minutes,” says Ali.
