I suppose the last thing we need is for someone to take laughter and make it all serious, but I want you to know what a lot of serious scholars are starting to recognize: Laughing is good for you. It makes you healthier, more relaxed and less tense. It relieves stress. It even boosts your immune system!
So if you’ve ever wondered why that joyless sourpuss you know is sick all the time, here you go.
Laughter has even turned into an industry in the UK, as a growing body of research suggests there are real benefits to things like “laughter yoga” and even worship services heavy on laughter.