Friday, August 13, 2010

Laughter Revolution Introduction

I am often asked, “What is the Laughter Revolution?” How can Laughter change the world? Laughter is a powerful weapon in this stressful world we live in. We need all the tools we can utilize to help us relax, let go and be the best that we can be. It can change a tense situation to a very easy and less anxious situation in just seconds.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar the founder of the Art of Living Foundation says that “Laughter brings one to silence, and silence brings one to laughter.” Think for a moment. When you laugh completely, you can’t think or talk. Your mind goes blank allowing the content of the mind to be released. You feel refreshed and ready to tackle life after a good laugh. You see things differently, because you have taken a break from the stresses of life.

You can begin simply by smiling more. Research says that a smile alone can change the physiology of a person. It changes the physiology of your body from tension to a more relaxed and happy system.I remember consciously smiling through some very rough times to the point that I began smiling more in life. People began telling me that I was smiling when I did not even know that I was, and, more importantly, my smile made it easier to get through some of the challenging times. Wear a smile and see how it changes your life.


A smile is the beginning of The Laughter Revolution. Once you begin smiling more, giggles or chuckles and laughter express themselves more. This is the manifestation of the fountain of joy found within your soul. It is also the beginning of The Laughter Revolution, and we all need to be a part of that.