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How to Handle Hard Times? Laugh Unconditionally


Tue 09 Apr 2019 | 04:02 AM
Hassan El-Khawaga

By: Pasant Elzaitony

Manal El Attar, the first certified laughter yoga instructor in Egypt, advises everyone to welcome troubles time with a a tooth-full grin.

After studying laughter yoga in India on the hands of its founder Dr. Madan Kataria, El Attar returned with her beneficial knowledge to train both her nationals and middle eastern neighbors.

Laughing without any reason, is the core principle of this unique yoga type. No need for humor, jokes or watching comedies.

Why is is called laughter yoga?

The reason is simple. It combines laughter exercises whilst doing yoga breathings. This brings in more oxygen to the body, boasting energy.

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Based on the scientific fact that human bodies do not extinguish fake and real giggles, this activity bids to bring physiological and psychological benefits to its practitioners.

What are the benefits?

A much more cheerful version of you. With endorphins being released into human body, laughter yoga is capable of shifting one’s mood in minutes. It also aids in enhancing immunity and alleviating stress,” said Al Attar.

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Likewise, inhaling more oxygen aids in optimal functioning. Al Attar promises that after her class, one’s performance levels up and efficiency increases. Regular chores will be fulfilled in a blink of an eye.

Also, the activity shimmers social health.

“Quality of life is dependent on our friends and relationships. laughing beams good vibes in the environment.”

“Anyone can laugh in good times, but this yoga teaches people to laugh unconditionally so that they can smile even when times are hard.”

Through stimulating adversity, laughter yoga spurs people to keep a positive mental attitude regardless of circumstances.