Laughter is ancient — even rats and chimps do it.

It began as a survival signal: “We’re safe now.”

Most laughter isn’t from jokes, but from social bonding.

Real laughter releases endorphins, boosts immunity, and eases stress.

Humor = surprise + safety (the “benign violation” sweet spot).

Fake or real, laughter still helps your brain relax and reset.

It connects people — syncing heartbeats, breath, and emotion.

Sometimes laughter finds us in the hardest moments — and that’s its magic.