Roaring with Laughter!

 

For those of you suffering from depression, anger, frustration, annoyance, or any combination of the aforementioned, you have come to the right place. And Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman has just the perfect remedy for you: uproarious laughter.

Now I’m aware that some of you are not into uncontrollable laughter, guffaws, horselaughs, or even chortles, but simple smiles are guaranteed.

Step right up!

I will get the ball rolling with a tried-and-true video, but you may offer more than videos: adorable grandkids, silly stunts, funny songs, or great jokes. But then, who am I to judge what tickles your fancy?

There is only one rule in this place (although do keep it clean, guys): no frowning, complaining, or whining. Just pure happiness!

So here we go (and for those with limited time, go to the five-minute mark):

The challenge is on! Share your funny, amusing, and cute videos, photos, and even stories. Get those endorphins going!

(My thanks to @rodin for inspiring this post!)

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  1. Percival Thatcher
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  2. Percival Thatcher
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  3. Percival Thatcher
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  4. MeandurΦ Member
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    Arahant (View Comment):

    The Funniest 27 GIFs Currently On The Internet | Funny ...

    If you pay extra…

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  5. MeandurΦ Member
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  6. Susan Quinn Contributor
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    Percival (View Comment):

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    Susan Quinn (View Comment):

    I’ve decided that there are a lot of nasty–um, I mean “playful” cats out there! Too smart for their own good!

    It’s why I mostly posted the nice ones. Wait until @percival starts on the horses.

     

    No! I am not giving that a like, you nasty man!

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  7. Percival Thatcher
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    Susan Quinn (View Comment):
    No! I am not giving that a like, you nasty man!

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  8. Roberto, Crusty Old Timer LLC Inactive
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  11. Old Bathos Member
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    Be happy!

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  13. Susan Quinn Contributor
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    Old Bathos (View Comment):

    Be happy!

    It’s not widely known that I do my own happy dance. It is similar to this and Steve Martin’s. My husband just rolls his eyes and tries not to grin.

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  19. Douglas Pratt Coolidge
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    Oh, I needed that. Thank you, @susanquinn

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  20. Susan Quinn Contributor
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    Douglas Pratt (View Comment):

    Oh, I needed that. Thank you, @susanquinn

    Thanks so much, @douglaspratt! So did and do I!!

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  22. Old Bathos Member
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    It was always apparent how much Tin Conway and Harvey Korman enjoyed each other’s skills.  It added something to each skit they did and the quality of that show was sustained for years.

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    Llamathrust??

     

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  28. Douglas Pratt Coolidge
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    Roberto, Crusty Old Timer LLC (View Comment):

    Priceless. Thank you!

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  30. Jim McConnell Member
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    The Abbey Echo          Echo         Echo           Echo

    A monthly newsletter by and for the residents of Eugene Abbey  —   July 2020

    In these troubled times, it may help to remember…

    Six Serious Health Benefits of Laughter —

    1. Burns Calories and Tones Muscles — Did you know yukking it up with 10 to 15 minutes of laughter a day can burn up to 40 calories? That means if you watch a funny 90minute film, you can burn up to 240 calories—just enough to take care of that candy bar you snacked on during the movie.
    2. Improves Memory Recall — Laughter is good for your brain, say researchers at Loma Linda University in California. During a study of older adults in their 60s and 70s, participants who watched funny videos performed better on memory tests than participants who sat quietly before the test.
    3. Lowers Cortisol –The same study about memory recall also revealed that people who laugh and enjoy humor have much lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. We all know stress can do a number on your body and mind, but laughter can help counteract those effects..
    4. Protects Against Heart Disease — A good laugh works wonders for your circulation and oxygenation. The act of laughing immediately boosts heart rate, respiratory activity, and oxygen consumption.
    5. Enhances Mood — Laughter yoga has become popular over the last few decades as a way to improve mood and self-esteem while reducing anxiety and depression. Instead of chanting “0m”, laughter yoga practitioners go for the giggle to release endorphins that make you feel good all over. The real secret is you don’t actually have to find something funny to laugh and get the benefits. Just making a laughing “ha-ha-ha” sound moves your diaphragm and gets your blood and oxygen circulating.
    6. Has (Almost) No Side Effects! Today we have many effective medications and treatments available to help heal our bodies, but the benefits can come with negative side effects. Fortunately, when you include laughter in your wellness regimen, your laughs have little risk of negative impact (well, unless your sides literally split). While laughter m ay not necessarily be the best medicine, it can often be a safe, fun and effective one. No joke!

    From an article by Elizabeth Beasley in healthgrades.com

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