Laughter Yoga: The Playful Path to Wellness

Healthy tips Today we are discussing about different form of yoga , A laughter 😁 so let's see what it's: Laughter Yoga, or Hasya Yoga , is a joyful blend of voluntary laughter and yogic breathing, founded in 1995 by Dr. Madan Kataria in Mumbai. What began with a small laughter club in a park has blossomed into a global movement, with thousands of clubs in over 100 countries and World Laughter Day celebrated every May 1. Why Laughter, Even Fake, Works You don’t need jokes—simulated laughter delivers the same benefits as real laughter because the body can’t tell the difference. Laughter boosts endorphins, serotonin, dopamine and reduces cortisol and adrenaline—supporting immunity, heart health, pain relief, relaxation, and even longevity 2. A Laughter Yoga Session: Step by Step Warm-Up Clapping & chanting (“Ho‑ho, Ha‑ha‑ha”) sets a playful tone Gentle stretches and deep belly breathing prepare the body Laughter Exercises Greeting laughter: laugh while saying “Namaste...