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WHEN was the last time you had a really good laugh ?
Most of us have forgotten how to laugh. Our laughter is only an extended
smile, a social necessity. We are usually laughing at someone, or simply
fulfilling a duty. And laughter has been replaced by giggles and sniggers.
In an office, the boss tells a joke. The whole team starts roaring with
laughter except one lady who sits looking bored.
The boss asks: What's the matter ? Why aren't you laughing ?
She replies: I don't have to. I am quitting next week!
Laughter has tremendous potential that we have forgotten how to
use. It is an excellent way of connecting with people.
In fact, the most radical ideas, when presented in a humourous
manner, can easily be got across to people.
Most of us are afraid to laugh, especially when we are with
strangers, because laughter exposes us. Laughter exposes the innocent,
vulnerable You hidden inside you.
Those who find it difficult to laugh have no idea what a gift
they've lost. Believe me, there is no business more serious than the
business of laughter. It is seriously important to be able to laugh!
Learn to laugh at your problems. At least you'll have something to
laugh about!
People who can laugh at themselves are truly blessed, because they
have found a way to go beyond the ego.
Laughter is simply an overflowing of health, of abundant energy.
It blossoms as a natural result of being at ease with our self and
surroundings. That's why happy, smiling people are usually the most
spontaneous.
Laughter has great therapeutic value. Today, the healing effects
of laughter are being acknowledged by doctors and psychiatrists worldwide.
And that is why so many laughter clubs have mushroomed worldwide to teach us
how to laugh!
The deep, chaotic breathing induced by laughter produces positive
vibration in our body, relaxes the belly and improves digestion. Laughing
also cleanses the manipuraka chakra. the subtle energy centre in our navel
area, which is the seat of worry and depression. The simple act of laughing
has the power to unlock deep-rooted psychological suppressions. Laughter is a
natural healing power that nature has gifted to us.
Laughter is the highest spiritual path. It is the royal route to
enlightenment. It is the easiest and most powerful way of connecting with
the boundless energy of Existence. |
