Boundless Life

Endure Chapter 21: Laugh

Sep 11, 2022
Explore the health benefits of sauna therapy and its role in recovery and sleep. Discover the inspiring story of Norman Cousins, who famously used laughter to combat illness. Learn practical ways to incorporate humor into daily life for better well-being and family connections. Enjoy fun prank ideas to spread joy and enhance your mood. Delve into how humor supports both spiritual and physical health, emphasizing that joy is not just beneficial but essential for a fulfilling life.
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ANECDOTE

Norman Cousins' Healing

  • Norman Cousins, facing a 1/500 chance of recovery from a collagen disease, took his health into his own hands.
  • Using laughter therapy and vitamin C, he reversed the damage and lived to 75.
INSIGHT

Positive Emotions and Healing

  • Cousins found that negative emotions link to illness, hypothesizing positive emotions would heal.
  • He used laughter therapy, finding 10 minutes of laughter provided two hours of pain-free sleep.
INSIGHT

Laughter and Blood Flow

  • Dr. Miller's study showed laughter's positive impact on blood flow.
  • Comedy increased blood flow by 22%, while stressful movies decreased it by 35%.
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