Laugh yourself happier and healthier

As the saying goes, laughter really is the best medicine and in this episode of Psych for Life I delve into why laughter and humour are important to our health, happiness, learning and relationships. Staying physically and socially connected is critical for our resilience, however in recent years this has been severely restricted – and so too our opportunities to share a joke and a good laugh with friends. Laughter and humour can smooth the way back into normal life at work, play, friendships and home life.The research is clear, laughter is good for us, so listen in to find out -- the short and long term effects of laughter for our mental health- how laughter has a positive effect on our relationships- why laughter is good therapyIf you're in need of a rapid endorphin boost with positive benefits for your mental and physical health, dive in to replenish your spirit - with tips to add more laughter to your life.