“Laughter is wine for the soul – laughter soft, or loud and deep, tinged through with seriousness – the hilarious declaration made by man that life is worth living.” ― Sean O’Casey
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Today’s Joke: Joe Wonders if Was Adopted
Joe: “I asked my dad if I was adopted.”
Pete: “What did he say?”
Joe: “He said, no I wasn’t, but when I was young they put ads in paper to see if they could get any takers.”
DYN the Physical, Mental, and Social Benefits of Laughter?
Laughter is The Best Medicine
Laughter relaxes the whole body. A good, hearty laugh relieves physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxed for up to 45 minutes after.
Laughter boosts the immune system. Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies, thus improving your resistance to disease.
Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural feel-good chemicals. Endorphins promote an overall sense of well-being and can even temporarily relieve pain.
Laughter protects the heart. Laughter improves the function of blood vessels and increases blood flow, which can help protect you against a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
Laughter burns calories. Okay, so it’s no replacement for going to the gym, but one study found that laughing for 10 to 15 minutes a day can burn approximately 40 calories—which could be enough to lose three or four pounds over the course of a year.
Laughter lightens anger’s heavy load. Nothing diffuses anger and conflict faster than a shared laugh. Looking at the funny side can put problems into perspective and enable you to move on from confrontations without holding onto bitterness or resentment.
Laughter may even help you to live longer. A study in Norway found that people with a strong sense of humor outlived those who don’t laugh as much. The difference was particularly notable for those battling cancer.
Today’s Joke: Joe’s Girlfriend Broke Up With Him
Joe: “My girlfriend broke up with me because of my pasta obsession.”
Pete: “How are you feeling?”
Joe: “I’m feeling cannelloni right now.”
Today’s Joke: Joe’s Girlfriend is Fired from Her Job
Joe: “My girlfriend was fired from her job at the recliner shop.”
Pete: “Why was she fired?”
Joe: “Her boss said she was too laid back.”
Joke of the Day: Joe’s Dad is Getting Old
Joe: “I can see my dad getting old.”
Pete: “How so?”
Joe: “He has all the answers without being asked a question.”
Today’s Joke: Joe’s Doesn’t Understand Why His Buddy Was Fired
Joe: “I’m upset. My buddy Tony got fired and he always went the extra mile.”
Pete: “What did he do?”
Joe: “He was a taxi driver.”
Today’s Joke ~ Joe Tells Pete About His Girlfriend
Joe: “My girlfriend called me Spiderman.”
Pete: “Does she think you’re a superhero?””
Joe: “No, she thinks I’m super clingy.”
Today’s Joke – Joe’s Found a Way to Handle Stress
Joe: “I’ve found a great way to handle stress at work.”
Pete: “What do you do?
Joe: I delegate my work to someone else.”
Today’s Joke ~ Joe’s Girlfriend Believes Joe Has an Iron Deficiency
Joe: “My girlfriend told me she thinks I have an iron deficiency.”
Pete: “What evidence does she have for saying that?”
Joe: “She said I always have wrinkled shirts.”
