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So many people have forgotten how good it feels to sit back and just laugh. Laughing heartily is known to have several benefits and you’ll be glad to know just how much it can improve your life. Plus, it’s free!   Laughing reduces the level of stress hormones in your body and increases the level of health-enhancing hormones like endorphins as well as the amount of antibody-producing cells. This builds up the immune system, making you more resistant to infections.  Laughed till your stomach hurt? It’s a good thing. Laughing is a great release — both physical and emotional. A good, hearty laugh exercises your diaphragm, contracts your abs and works out the shoulders, which leaves your muscles relaxed.     Nothing proves to be as good a distraction as some simple laughter. It helps you divert your mind from whatever negative emotion you might be feeling at that time. Humor can give you a more light-hearted outlook and help you view stressful events as cha...

Seven Life Lessons – Dare to Dream (by Anthony Fernando) Live in the Moment – Stop analyzing the past and worrying about the future and choose to live in the moment. Give yourself time to learn – When you are learning a new skill or activity, give yourself time to learn. Try not to get worried or frustrated when you make mistakes, instead try and see the humor in the situation and enjoy the journey. Believe anything is Possible – Believe in your dreams with a ‘Child Like’ faith. Laugh out Loud – Seize every opportunity you get to laugh out loud. Don’t be afraid to Love – When you love someone, let them know. Forgive quickly and completely – If you’re carrying a grudge – let it go and move on. A grudge gets heavier the longer you carry it. Never lose your sense of Wonder – Take the time to stop and look at the world around you through the eyes of a child. It really is an amazing place!