The Virtual Couch

Laughter May In Fact Be The Best Medicine


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Is laughter actually good for you? What if you feel like there isn't a lot of humor in your life? In this episode Tony covers the topic of humor from the therapist's point of view, by reviewing Laura Johnson, LMFT's article "Humor in Psychotherapy" https://positivepsychologynews.com/news/laura-lc-johnson/200906252693 as well as Helpguide.org's article "Laughter is the best medicine," https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-health/laughter-is-the-best-medicine.htm

Tony also reads the scientifically proven, funniest joke on the internet, as well as several other jokes that may cause you to release positive endorphins from the site Bored Panda https://www.boredpanda.com/funniest-two-line-jokes/ Plus, what can you do to gain a sense of humor?


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