Have you laughed today? Well read through this page and maybe we can make your laugh. Have fun and laugh out loud. It really is good for you.
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Laughter
Category: File - :Laughing_Nyahsa_GalawebDesign.jpg|thumb|Contagious Laughter
Laughter is an audible expression or appearance of happiness, or an inward feeling of joy (laughing on the inside). It may ensue (as a physiological reaction) from jokes, tickling, and other stimuli. Inhaling nitrous oxide can also induce laughter; other drugs, such as cannabis, can also induce episodes of strong laughter. Strong laughter can sometimes bring an onset of tears or even moderate muscular pain.
Laughter is found among various animals, including humans. Among the latter, it is a part of human behaviour regulated by the brain, helping humans clarify their intentions in social interaction and providing an emotional context to conversations. Laughter is used as a signal for being part of a group — it signals acceptance and positive interactions with others. Laughter is sometimes seemingly contagious, and the laughter of one person can itself provoke laughter from others as a positive feedback.Camazine, Deneubourg, Franks, Sneyd, Theraulaz, Bonabeau, Self-Organization in Biological Systems, Princeton University Press, 2003. ISBN 0-691-11624-5 --ISBN 0-691-01211-3 (pbk.) p. 18 This may account in part for the popularity of laugh tracks in situation comedy television shows.
Scientifically speaking, Laughter is caused by the epiglottis constricting the larynx,causing respiratory upset. The study of humor and laughter, and its psychological and physiological effects on the human body is called gelotology.
Read Inspirational Stories on Laughter
Laughter is the best medicine. This is an old saying, and it is used for a good reason. Many studies on laughter and its benefits to health have been made - and the results are a positive read.
Laughter is the Best Medicine
Laughing together feels great!
I laughed so hard, I cried....
A couple weeks ago, my Mom and I were watching a movie called Run Fat Boy Run. It was so funny. There was a scene in the movie where the main character had a itch and was trying to itch himself while being inconspicuous. It was the funniest thing. We laughed so hard we were both crying. 
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Run Fat Boy Run
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A couple weeks ago, my Mom and I were watching a movie called Run Fat Boy Run. It was so funny. There was a scene in the movie where the main character had a inch and was trying to itch himself while being inconspicuous. It was the funniest thing. We...
When was the last time you laughed until you cried?
terez07 wrote...
What a wonderful lens about a fantastic topic! We need more laughter in our lives, especially in this day and age. Bravo on a job well done!
Posted June 23, 2009
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Nice lens! You've got some really helpful information here. It'd be great if you'd stop by my lens and say hi when you get the chance.
Posted April 10, 2009
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Posted February 01, 2009
Graceonline wrote...
You're right. You made me laugh. Or rather, the trailer for Run Fatboy Run made me laugh. Thanks for the giggles.
Posted January 24, 2009
I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose. ~Woody Allen
Laughing Books
Laughter Yoga
Benefits of Laughter Yoga with John Cleese
http://www.laughteryoga.org John Cleese meets Dr Madan Kataria founder of Laughter Yoga, discovers Laughter Yoga and visits a Laughter Yoga session in an Indian jail. To learn more about Laughter Yoga please visit www.laughteryoga.org. Used with permission.
Laughter is an instant vacation. ~Milton Berle
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Funny movies make us laugh!
Laughter benefits
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- It's no wonder that being drunk with laughter has so many benefits. Laughter boosts your immune system, healing and cleansing your mind, body and soul. ...
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A hearty laugh gives one a dry cleaning, while a good cry is a wet wash. ~Puzant Kevork Thomajan
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The Daily Joke Collection
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This lens is an index of all the humor and jokes lenses that I have created. The jokes and humor collection is growing with every month, so I thought it would be a good idea to list them all in one place, so you don't miss any. As well as the Daily...
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QueSea wrote...
Fun....Funny....Thanks for creating this lens. I enjoyed it very much and will be back (smile).
Posted February 24, 2009
JaguarJulie wrote...
Ah, my hubby would certainly agree tenfold with you about laughing as he laughs as much as he can -- I need to laugh more. I've certainly enjoyed the positivity of your lens and all the inspirational photos! ;)
Posted January 12, 2009
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