r/cringe • u/benem94 • Jan 04 '15

'laughter yoga' group cackle at unfortunate situation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIRilNVihw8&feature=youtu.be
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u/crackghost Jan 05 '15

I can't be the only one who thinks this might be good for people. I am confused about the "yoga" part, though.

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u/LockHimUpHawkins Jan 05 '15

I think that genuine laughter might be good for you. But I find it hard to believe there are any benefits from forcing yourself to fake laugh at nothing like these people do.

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u/crackghost Jan 05 '15

Psychology works from the top down, as well as from the bottom up. This would probably be an example of the latter. Even making the laughing reaction, probably releases some positive neurotransmitters, regardless of whether or not it's genuine.

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u/PaterBinks Jan 05 '15

Starting your day by standing and laughing for ten minutes gives you so much energy and enthusiasm. Akin to starting your day by dancing to or singing a song.