World Laughter Day 2024: Date, history, significance, health benefits, and more

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Happiness: A scarcity that'll take long to eliminate The day involves various activities, including laughter yoga sessions, laughter walks, and public gatherings focused on joy and positivity. World Laughter Day aims to highlight the power of laughter to reduce stress, improve mood, and promote a sense of community and connection.

It underscores the idea that laughter can break down barriers and contribute to a more peaceful and harmonious world. Here are some quotes on laughter that capture its spirit and benefits: “Laughter is the shortest distance between two people." — Victor Borge “Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face." — Victor Hugo "To truly laugh, you must be able to take your pain and play with it." — Charlie Chaplin “The Laughing Heart" by Charles Bukowski “Your life is your life. Don’t let it be clubbed into dank submission. Be on the watch. There are ways out. There is a light somewhere." “Laughter" by Pablo Neruda “Take bread away from me, if you wish, take air away, but do not take from me your laughter." Reduces Stress: Laughter lowers stress hormones like cortisol, reducing tension and promoting relaxation.

Boosts Immunity: Laughter increases the production of antibodies and activates immune cells, enhancing your immune response. Relieves Pain: Endorphins released during laughter can act as natural painkillers.

Elevates Mood: Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, chemicals in the brain that create feelings of happiness and euphoria. Also Read: How to stop over-medicalising mental health Improves Resilience: Laughter can help people cope with difficult situations by providing a sense of perspective and reducing the impact of stress.