World Laughter Day 2024 Date: Know the History and Significance of the Day That Highlights the Importance of Laughter for Overall Wellbeing
World Laughter Day was established in 1998 and the first celebration was on May 10, 1998, in Mumbai, arranged by Dr. Madan Kataria. In this article, let’s know more about World Laughter Day 2024 date, history and significance of the day.
World Laughter Day is an annual celebration that is marked on the first Sunday of May. It was first observed in 1998 and was introduced by Dr. Madan Kataria, the founder of the worldwide Laughter Yoga movement. The day aims to promote laughter as a tool for happiness, well-being, and global peace. This year, World Laughter Day 2024 will be celebrated on Sunday, May 5. World Laughter Day was established in 1998 and the first celebration was on May 10, 1998, in Mumbai, arranged by Dr. Madan Kataria. In this article, let’s know more about World Laughter Day 2024 date, history and significance of the day.
World Laughter Day 2024 Date
World Laughter Day 2024 will be celebrated on Sunday, May 5.
World Laughter Day History
World Laughter Day was established in 1998 by Dr Madan Kataria, founder of the worldwide Laughter Yoga movement. He was inspired to start the Laughter Yoga movement in part by the facial feedback hypothesis, which postulates that a person's facial expressions can have an effect on their emotions. The celebration of World Laughter Day is intended to build up a global consciousness of brotherhood and friendship through laughter. It is most often celebrated by gatherings of people in public places with the sole purpose of laughing. Over the years, World Laughter Day has become popular with Laughter Clubs in more than 115 countries. World Laughter Day Funny Memes: From Classic Hera Pheri Jokes to Hilarious Posts About Elon Musk, Here's How To Leave Your BFFs ROFLing.
World Laughter Day Significance
Laughter has numerous health benefits, both physical and psychological. It reduces stress, boosts the immune system, releases endorphins and promotes relaxation. On World Laughter Day, people gather in parks, public spaces, and community centers to participate in laughter yoga sessions, comedy shows, laughter-themed events, and various activities designed to evoke laughter and joy. Beyond its health benefits, World Laughter Day carries a deeper message of unity and positivity. It reminds us of the universal language of laughter that has the potential to spread happiness.
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