Women all have unique stories, struggles, and triumphs. In her recent podcast interview, Heather Tolley-Bauer, a stand-up comic, cancer survivor, and super mom, offers a fresh perspective on how we can leverage the power of laughter to overcome our personal challenges. She urges us to embrace the humorous side of life, even during tough times in this conversation.

Tune in as host Natalie Benamou talks about Heather Tolley-Bauer’s comedy show Laugh Lines and Stretch Marks, where women feel seen, understood, and are reminded to laugh about the small stuff so we can be ready for the big stuff. 

5  Ways to use Laughter In Your Daily Life:

1. Use Laughter as a Coping Tool: Life can be overwhelming. Sometimes, the best thing we can do is to take a step back and find the humor in our situations. It's okay to laugh at our mistakes and missteps - it helps us process them and move forward.

2. Laugh at the Small Stuff: We often get bogged down by minor problems and let them ruin our day. Heather suggests that we laugh at these trivial issues to preserve our energy for more significant challenges.

3. Share Your Funny Stories: Expressing our humorous experiences not only spreads laughter but also helps us connect with others. It makes people feel seen, understood, and less alone in their struggles.

4. Use Humor to Normalize Difficult Topics: Heather uses her comedy to discuss difficult subjects, like her cancer journey. By doing so, she breaks down barriers and creates a safe space for open conversations.

5. Practice Finding Humor: Just like mindfulness or gratitude, finding humor is a practice. Train your brain to look for the funny side of things. Over time, this practice can become a natural response to stress or adversity.

Keep Shining Your Light Bright. The World Needs You.

Thank you Heather for being a guest on HerCsuite® Radio and helping us laugh at the small stuff especially this time of year!

Big thanks to Bobbie Carlton and Innovation Women where we met Heather Tolley-Bauer

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About Heather Tolley-Bauer

Heather Tolley-Bauer is a wife, mom, cancer survivor, speaker and stand-up comic. Everything she does is with women in mind.  From her wildly popular show called Laugh-Lines & Stretch Marks to the women's conferences and moms night outs she speaks at and performs for, it's all about encouraging women one laugh at a time.

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Heather’s go to place for a laugh- Noodles the Pooch https://www.youtube.com/c/NoodlesThepooch

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Connect with Host Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite®

Natalie is the host of "Women Leaders on the Move'', a top 25 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. She is also the Founder of HerCsuite®, a powerful women's network with membership programs that advance women in the second half of their career. Natalie is also the President of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit focused on improving health outcomes for women.

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