“LAUGHTER
is a very powerful
form of communication“
Just how powerful is
laughter in communication?
LAUGHTER is a very powerful form of communication that should be incorporated in all levels of communicating. Making someone laugh is also related to our EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE. Laughter is fun, easy, and anyone can do it. When a person is laughing they don’t feel stressed, anxious, or depressed. Laughter can be used in de-escalating a tense situation or problem, but must be done with a delicate touch. LAUGHTER reduces stress hormones and can be used as a wellness therapy incorporated into group activities, workshops, and games. There are various laughter workshops that teach people how to laugh. Other methods used to get people to loosen up may include watching comedy, funny shows, or role-play.
How many times a day does the average adult laugh?
Laughing is a social interaction occurence and can be highly contagious. Contagious laughter is very common during group get-togethers. When a group laughs because everyone else is laughing, this is called contagious laugher.
Who do we laugh with and why?
We laugh when we see or hear something we think is funny. We laugh with people we are comfortable with, and we even laugh with strangers. LAUGHTER is an indication that we are playing and enjoying ourselves. Laughter is a positive and shared response.
“Some of the
BENEFITS
of LAUGHTER“
