Healing Laughter

Author : Lisa Sturge
Publisher : Hardie Grant Publishing
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2017-05-04
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781787130883

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Laugh by Lisa Sturge Pdf

Laughter is a physiological response that activates a plethora of beneficial reactions in the body. The elation you feel when you laugh and your body relaxes and releases endorphins is a great way of offsetting the physical effects of stress. The aim of the laughter healing techniques in this book is to help you to laugh more easily through a series of warm-up exercises that are then followed by a range of activities designed to get you giggling. Laughter does not come easily to everyone, but luckily the body cannot distinguish between real and ​simulated laughter – pretend laughter has the same beneficial effect as real laughter. The practice of laughter is suitable for everyone, including elderly groups. There are many different types of laughs – light chuckles, hearty chortles, full-on belly laughs – and when starting with a fake laugh it often quickly becomes a genuine laugh. When we laugh, we are present in the moment. Paying attention to the here and now is much needed in today's frenetic society. It helps us to notice the small details as well as the bigger picture. By learning to pause in our daily swirl of activities and become fully present to whatever is happening at that moment, then we will be able to pause and laugh easily too. Laughter is mindfulness in motion. We all need to laugh more. This book shows you how.

Author : Brian King
Publisher : Skyhorse
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2016-05-03
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781510702509

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The Laughing Cure by Brian King Pdf

Dr. Brian King is a psychologist and stand-up comedian whose humor therapy seminars are attended by more than ten thousand people each year. In The Laughing Cure, King combines wit with medical research to reveal the benefits of laughter and humor on physical and emotional health. King’s language is humorous and uplifting, and his advice is backed in science. The Laughing Cure features clinical studies and interviews with some of the nation’s top doctors that prove that laughter lowers blood pressure, reduces stress hormones, increases muscle flexion, boosts immune systems, and triggers endorphins. It’s been shown to relieve depression, to produce a general sense of wellbeing, even to make us more productive, loving, and kind. The Laughing Cure presents step-by-step guidance and proven techniques to embrace laughter as both medicine for current conditions and preventative medicine. This highly unique and enjoyable read explains why much-talked about, but little understood methods of therapy like those embraced by acclaimed humor doctor Patch Adams—played by Robyn Williams in a 1998 film—and laughter yoga actually work. Growing up, King wanted to be a stand-up comic; his PhD. was his backup plan. Little did he know, the impact his unique situation would put him in, the way it would allow him to help others. Very few doctors have the ability to heal the way that King does; his method is cheap, easy, chemical-free—even fun. With The Laughing Cure, readers will learn how—and why—laughter saves lives.

Author : Steven Laffoley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2021-07-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1989725597

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UnFiltered by Steven Laffoley Pdf

"My reason for being in the tavern was important. I wanted to better understand the history of beer in Nova Scotia. Or more specifically, I wanted to know how it was that Nova Scotians became the foremost makers and drinkers of the stuff. In truth, Canada had long ago tumbled down the consumption of beer per capita mountain among the world?s nations, finding itself in paltry thirty-fourth place, lagging far behind beer-drinking powerhouses like Mexico and Botswana. And Nova Scotia, well, on average, Nova Scotians consumed only about eight litres per capita of beer per year, placing beery Bluenosers a scant eleventh among the provinces and territories, though we did have brew house bragging rights over the drinking denizens of Nunavut." After extensive initial research, author Steven Laffoley discovered that the history of beer in Nova Scotia was as cloudy as a good pumpkin lager or a cold wheat beer on a dark winter's day. So with an intrepid, albeit mildly inebriated, explorer's courage, he packed up his notebook and set off in search of Nova Scotia's beer-filled past, which, as it turned out, was far stranger than he expected. It was a fascinating tale of heartwarming heroes, despicable villains, astounding secrets, and a gruesome murder or two, all with the added amusements of Victorian cross-dressing tavern patrons and a few goats with a passion for chewing tobacco and ale. And now the story can be told. You may want to pour a good glass of IPA for this.

Author : Catherine Ripplinger Fenwick
Publisher : Muenster, Sask. : St. Peter's Press
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Laughter
ISBN : 0921257732

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Healing with Humour by Catherine Ripplinger Fenwick Pdf

Author : Donald E. Demaray
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1995-05-01
Category : Healing
ISBN : 0893671975

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Laughter, Joy and Healing by Donald E. Demaray Pdf

Author : Connielee Smith
Publisher : Connielee Smith
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2016-01-19
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0578175460

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Healing Laughter by Connielee Smith Pdf

Healing Laughter explains the benefits of keeping laughter going during difficult times. The benefits exceed just physical. There are emotional and spiritual benefits as well.The patient has the choice to use laughter as a tool to enhance the healing process. When laughter is a part, we find the families are able to laugh and be an active part of the healing process.There are many scriptures that refer to the importance of laughter and those are examined as well.

Author : Ros Ben-Moshe
Publisher : Brolga Publishing
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2018-11-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780648242604

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Laughing at Cancer by Ros Ben-Moshe Pdf

IT ALL STARTED ON THE EVE OF MY 43RD BIRTHDAY... With two young boys, a new lecturer position and all the commitments of an active life, Ros Ben-Moshe had no plans for a tumour to take over her life. Yet after the news came on her 43rd birthday, medical appointments turned into hours of surgery, casual conversations disappeared, and even her children started asking questions. In recovery rooms, as the clock slowly ticks, Ros Ben-Moshe starts writing. Through ups and downs, she tells it all, in an honest account of fighting the Big C, or should we say the small c? Brimming with humour, insight and sensitivity, this series of journals, written at the time, explores how we talk about and view illness, and how changing your mindset can do wonders on the journey to health. Through explanations of mindful healing techniques and the power of laughter, Laughing at cancer will inspire you to take a deep breath and start laughing.

Author : Ace McCloud
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 153712711X

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Laughter Therapy by Ace McCloud Pdf

Get More Laughter And Humor In Your Life Now! Get The Many Benefits of Laughter in your life! This book covers an incredible variety of strategies, techniques, therapies, and life style choices that can help bring more joy and laughter into anyone's life. Life is so much more enjoyable when you actively try and incorporate laughter and humor into it. Don't just wish for it to happen, make it happen. There is a large variety of techniques and strategies that you can do every day to reduce stress, reduce anxiety, and live with much more joy and happiness! Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Discover... Why We Laugh The Many Benefits of Laughter Alternative Practices to Lighten Your Mood Learn How To Do Laughter Yoga Mental Techniques for Overcoming Painful Memories Using Laughter, Humor, and the Power of the Mind to Help Overcome Depression Some of the Best Foods and Recipes that Help Get You In A Good Mood Some Classic Jokes and Humor To Bring A Smile To Your Face Much, much more! What are you waiting for? If you are still reading this you are obviously motivated to get all the benefits this book has to offer. Stop thinking and take ACTION. Buy It Now

Author : Norman Cousins
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2005-07-12
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0393326845

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Anatomy of an Illness As Perceived By the Patient by Norman Cousins Pdf

The story of a recovery from a crippling disease and the physician patient partnership that beat the odds by using the patient's own capabilities.

Author : Donald E. Demaray
Publisher : Baker Publishing Group (MI)
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Humor
ISBN : 0801029694

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Laughter, Joy and Healing by Donald E. Demaray Pdf

Author : Linda Clarke Harvey,Harvey
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : UOM:39015042796808

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Humor for Healing by Linda Clarke Harvey,Harvey Pdf

This manual identifies the range of emotions health care workers feel while working with patients and provides guidelines on how to manage the stress more effectively. Health care workers, and thus patients, will learn the effects of stress and how humor can assist in reducing stress and enhancing professional-patient interaction. The material presented in the manual is based on cognitive-behavioral theory and research suggesting humor to be beneficial in strengthening the immune system.

Author : Rose Ann Tahe,Nancy Bo Flood,Jonathan Nelson
Publisher : Charlesbridge Publishing
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2018-08-14
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781580897945

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First Laugh--Welcome, Baby! by Rose Ann Tahe,Nancy Bo Flood,Jonathan Nelson Pdf

In Navajo families, the first person to make a new baby laugh hosts the child's First Laugh Ceremony. Who will earn the honor in this story? The First Laugh Ceremony is a celebration held to welcome a new member of the community. As everyone--from Baby's nima (mom) to nadi (big sister) to cheii (grandfather)--tries to elicit the joyous sound from Baby, readers are introduced to details about Navajo life and the Navajo names for family members. Back matter includes information about other cultural ceremonies that welcome new babies and children, including man yue celebration (China), sanskaras (Hindu) and aquiqa (Muslim).

Author : Ace McCloud
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2014-06-11
Category : Laughter
ISBN : 150014892X

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Laughter and Humor Therapy by Ace McCloud Pdf

Get More Laughter And Humor In Your Life Now! Get The Many Benefits of Laughter in your life! This book covers an incredible variety of strategies, techniques, therapies, and life style choices that can help bring more joy and laughter into anyone's life. Life is so much more enjoyable when you actively try and incorporate laughter and humor into it. Don't just wish for it to happen, make it happen. There is a large variety of techniques and strategies that you can do every day to reduce stress, reduce anxiety, and live with much more joy and happiness! Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Discover... Why We Laugh The Many Benefits of Laughter Alternative Practices to Lighten Your MoodLearn How To Do Laughter Yoga Mental Techniques for Overcoming Painful Memories Using Laughter, Humor, and the Power of the Mind to Help Overcome DepressionSome of the Best Foods and Recipes that Help Get You In A Good MoodSome Classic Jokes and Humor To Bring A Smile To Your Face Much, much more! What are you waiting for? If you are still reading this you are obviously motivated to get all the benefits this book has to offer. Stop thinking and take ACTION. Get Your Copy Right Now!"

Author : Rev. Susan Sparks
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2010-05-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781594733437

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Laugh Your Way to Grace by Rev. Susan Sparks Pdf

Laughter—the GPS System for the Soul Laughter was honored by the ancients as a spiritual healing tool and celebrated by the world's great religions. So why aren’t we laughing along the spiritual path today? What would happen if we did? In this personal and funny look at humor as a spiritual practice, Rev. Susan Sparks—an ex-lawyer turned comedian and Baptist minister—presents a convincing case that the power of humor radiates far beyond punch lines. Laughter can help you: Remove the fearful mask of a God who doesn’t laugh Debunk the myths that you don’t deserve joy Find perspective when faced with adversity Exercise forgiveness for yourself and others Reclaim play as a spiritual practice Heal—emotionally, physically, and spiritually Keep your faith when God is silent Live with elegance, beauty, and generosity of spirit Whatever your faith tradition—or if you have none at all—join this veteran of the punch line and the pulpit in reclaiming the forgotten humor legacy found in thousands of years of human spiritual history.

Author : Patty Wooten
Publisher : Barbour Publishing
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Humor
ISBN : 1881394441

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Compassionate Laughter by Patty Wooten Pdf

The author presents "the healing power of humor," including anecdotes and conversations with Nancy Nurse and Nurse Kindheart.