Laughter has a long history in human culture. Ancient Greek physicians prescribed their patients visits to the hall of comedians and the theater as part of the healing process. Early Native Americans ...

Golden Retrievers are popular for their charm, but this little puppy entertained his toddler brother nonstop by simply being goofy. In the clip, the duo appears to be playing in a small area of the ...

“Ever since quitting my job as a teacher to become a laughter yogi, I’ve been on a mission to bring joy to the world,” says Cat Googe, 53. “I tried laughter yoga for the first time in October 2018 ...

The benefits of humor in healthcare are often overlooked. Yet, laughter is linked to decreased stress levels, which can support the mental health of nurses in demanding roles. Some nurses may find it ...

Cheyenne Bearfoot delves into the healing power of laughter within Native cultures. In this episode of Sovereign Innovations, host Cheyenne Bearfoot delves into the healing power of laughter within ...

A popular book with medical students and residents during my residency was “House of God,” by Dr. Samuel Shem. Written under a pen name by a Harvard Medical School faculty member, it became the iconic ...

Humor has long been recognized for its profound healing effects, even in the darkest times. Laughter serves as a bridge, helping individuals navigate through pain and trauma. This concept is ...

Humor and hospice are words that you don’t necessarily think of as going together. When I began working in hospice, I never knew I would be laughing so much. It is said that there is a time and a ...

This compelling series follows Jimmy Laird, a grieving therapist played with heartfelt humor by Jason Segel, who shakes up the traditional therapeutic approach by bluntly telling his patients the hard ...

It has long bothered me that the Bible never tells us that Jesus laughed. It tells us he cried once (John 11:35) at news of the death of his friend Lazarus. But no reference to laughter. In my office ...