{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fc0e87596-4e0e-47d3-a88a-313485b54cfa","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Laughter Yoga for Stress Relief: Practical Joy, Nervous System Reset, and Daily Energy \u2014 Cathy Nesbitt","description":"Burned out, wired, and tired? In this direct, no-fluff conversation, we break down how intentional laughter\u2014not just jokes\u2014reboots your nervous system, boosts \u201cfeel-good\u201d neurochemistry, and helps you show up steadier at work and at home. Cathy Nesbitt, Canadian health advocate, Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher, and Global Laughter Ambassador, explains how to use simple, repeatable practices (laughter exercises, EFT tapping, Brain Gym) to flip stress chemistry and build resilience on demand. We cover why people laugh at \u201cinappropriate\u201d moments (pressure release), how to start if it feels awkward, and why group laughter\u2014online or in person\u2014multiplies benefits. If you want a grounded path to more energy and clarity without wellness theatrics, this one\u2019s tactical.\nAbout the Guest:\nCathy Nesbitt is a Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher, Global Laughter Ambassador, and wellness educator from Canada. Since 2012 she\u2019s led laughter sessions and, since 2020, a free weekly online club. She blends Laughter Yoga with EFT (tapping) and Brain Gym to help people reduce stress, reconnect with their bodies, and create sustainable daily uplift.\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nLaughter can be practiced intentionally; your body benefits even if it starts \u201cfake.\u201d\n\n\nShort, structured laughter bouts release dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins\u2014counteracting stress chemistry.\n\n\nGroup sessions (Zoom or in-person clubs) make it easier to get past awkwardness and sustain the practice.\n\n\nEFT tapping (acupuncture points without needles) pairs well with laughter to calm the stress response.\n\n\nBrain Gym/cross-lateral movements help left and right brain communicate, improving focus and problem-solving.\n\n\n\u201cInappropriate\u201d laughter often signals pressure release; it\u2019s a built-in de-stressor, not a moral failing.\n\n\nSwap the default loop (constant stress with rare joy) for the opposite: baseline joy with brief, manageable stress spikes.\n\n\nSimple rituals help: clap palm-to-palm to activate meridians, use call-and-response sounds (\u201cho ho, ha ha ha\u201d), add playful \u201cmilkshake\u201d exercises.\n\n\nStart where you are: 5\u201310 minutes daily or join a weekly club; consistency beats intensity.\n\n\nLaughter complements\u2014not replaces\u2014professional care; use it as a practical nervous-system reset alongside your existing wellness or medical plan.\n\n\nConnect with the Guest\n\n\nCathy Nesbitt's Website\n\n\nFree Laughter Club: Tuesdays, 9:30 AM Eastern (30 minutes on Zoom). Details on the website.\n\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\n\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\n\nMental Health & Emotional Well-being\n\n\nMindfulness & Spiritual Growth\n\n\nHolistic Healing & Conscious Living\n\n\nTrauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\n\n\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\nSubscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\n\n\nBrand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\n\n\nEmail: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\n\n\nWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.com\n\n\nBased in: India &a","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/af627711-9d8b-48e5-ae22-24f1cc69a348/njczzi5wbmc.jpg"}