Laughter Yoga

Laughter Yoga Workshop by Ms. Fung Lee Jean

FREE EVENT

Photos of actual event held on 3rd and 7th July 2011 at 6pm at Bukit Timbalan:

 

What is Laughter Yoga?

Laughter Yoga is a unique exercise routine developed by Indian Physician Dr. Madan Kataria. It combines laughter exercises with yoga breathing (Pranayama) which brings in moe oxigen to the body and brain making one feel more energetic and healthy.

Anyone can laugh without relying on humor, jokes  and comedy. Laughter is  simulated in as a body exercise in a group but with eye contact and childlike playfulness it turns into real and contagious laughter. It is based on the scientific fact that the body cannot tell the difference between fake and real laughter.

It is being practised in companies and corporations, Fitness centers,  Yoga studios, Centers for seniors, schools, colleges, universities, physically and mentally challenged and self help cancer groups.

Laughter Yoga has been widely by media which includes prestigious publications like TIME magazine, BBC, CNN and the Oprah Winfrey Show.

What happens in a Laughter session?

A typical laughter session is led by a laughter leader or teacher who controls the group, gives instructions for different laughter, breathing and stretching exercises. There are four steps of Laughter Yoga – clapping, breathing, childlike playfulness and laughter exercises.

It starts with warm up exercises like clapping, chanting ho ho ho  followed by different laughter exercises where people are encouraged to laugh louder and heartily from the belly. These exercises are interspersed with deep breathing. We encourage participants to cultivate childlike playfulness  and eye contact which leads to real and spontaneous laughter.

Eight benefits of Laughter Yoga

1. Provides cardio-vascular exercise and increases oxygen supply to the brain

2. Business life – Your output and performance depends on your energy levels

3. Relieves stress and tension and lowers cortisol (stress hormone) levels

4. Regulats bloog pressure and procudes feeling of relaxation and well-being.

5. Burns calories and stabilizes blood sugar levels

6. Strengthens the immune system

7. Releases endorphins which helps us feel good and can relieve pain

8. Enhances relationships and can improve productivity in the workplace