Laughter Yoga is a joyous way to exercise your body and your mind

Would you like to bring more joy into your life? Would you like to exercise and have fun doing it? Then Laughter Yoga is for You!

Developed by Dr. Matan Kataria of India, laughter yoga concentrates on the breath and the physical act of laughter, whether real or contrived, as a way to better health and overall well being. Simply put, laughter yoga is a series of exercises consisting of breathing, clapping and laughing, with guidance from professionally trained Laughter Yoga leader, Caryl Derenfeld. It is a joyous way to exercise your body and invigorate your mind.
                             
Laughter yoga IS NOT hatha yoga positions, but a series of body/mind activities which will help you achieve a greater sense of well being, increase your oxygen intake and endorphin levels, therefore providing your body with the most joyous aerobic activity.

LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE & LAUGHTER YOGA WORKSHOP

Caryl Derenfeld, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader, Motivational Speaker and Owner of Learned Conversations, Inc., leads a workshop on Laughter for corporate and other interested groups.

Laughter is a physiological and psychological release that is desperately needed yet underutilized in these difficult times. Laughter Yoga is a great way to build team spirit, to express the joy in our lives that is often suppressed due to pressures of work and/or family. It is a simple yet overlooked notion that we must breathe deeply every day and smile in the midst of the seriousness of life. Opening hearts and minds to the simplicity yet the profoundness of laughter and the breath is what this workshop is all about.

In the first session of this two part workshop, Caryl explains the difference between laughter and humor, and sites scientific studies that reveal the physiological and psychological benefits of laughter. Here attendees discover what makes them laugh and who makes them laugh, why we may laugh in ‘unfunny’ situations and how laughter is a conduit that connects us to others.

The second session of the workshop is a practicum called "Laughter Yoga." Laughter Yoga consists of breathing, laughing and clapping, as a means of connecting with our joyous selves and with others. It is a wonderful team building and personal experience that leaves each individual exhilarated and energized. Here we use ‘laughter language’ rather than the spoken word to communicate. It is proof positive that there are many paths to positive communication, and talking is but one way. It is an exercise, so bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing.

For more information on scheduling or attending an upcoming workshop, contact Caryl at 847-420-4930 or email at Caryl@learnedconversations.com.