Aloha
Everyone,
A good belly
laugh can help people suffering from chronic pain. Laughter from the heart activates the release
of endorphins and relieves muscular tension which leads to increased tolerance
to pain and depression.
TECHNIQUE:
Standing
position
Clap your
hands - make sure your fingers and thumbs are also in contact
Count “one,
two, one two three” rhythmic clapping
Now begin
chanting mantra, “ho, ho, ha, ha, ha” as you clap faster and faster
In laughter
yoga we acknowledge our joy and happiness by clapping hands
Begin by
faking your laughter, your body cannot distinguish if the laughter is real or
fake
As you inhale
bring stretch your arms above your head
Shake your
fingers and look up
Say, “hold
it, hold it, hold it” silently as you hold your breath
Exhale,
laughing loudly, bend your body bring your arms towards the floor
Total
recommended time: - 10 to 20 minutes each session
BENEFITS:
Gives a good
work out to the muscles of your face, diaphragm and abdomen
Oxygenates
your blood
Calms and
helps you be at peace in stressful situations
Relaxes your
physical body
Helps you
clear your mind
Helps you
switch negative response and thoughts with positive response and thoughts
Boosts immune
system
Increases
your heart rate
Decreases in
blood sugar levels
Promotes
better sleep
Boosts your
energy
Helps you
burn calories
Brings
greater happiness
Helps you
connect with people
Laughter is
contagious. Happy, smiling face shows
others you are kind and compassionate.
So bring more laughter into your life and help others around you to
laugh more.
Namaste –
Cathi
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