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This Special Edition of Laughbox is for Steve Wilson to hand off the Internatioinal Humor Month to Drew Tarvin. Enjoy the history of National Humor Month with Larry Wilde and others in the story of how humor was proven to be the best medicine (and continues to be ). Steve Wilson, known as the “Cheerman of The Bored” and the one and only “Joyologist”, is the founder of World Laughter Tour, Inc. and has trained 7,000 laughter therapists. He is the author of seven books and dozens of articles and blogs, and is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning humor expert. As one of America's top-rated professional speakers, Wilson offers popular programs on joy, motivation, teamwork, health and humor. He has also served as a design consultant and spokesperson for the SunChips Laughalizer campaign. In addition, he earned a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor, and the Rire d'Or Award (Golden Laughter) from L'Ecole Internationale Du Rire et du Bonheur. He is President of the Laughter Arts & Sciences Foundation (501.c.3) and has been featured in numerous radio & TV talk shows and other media around the world.

Motivational humorist Bobbe White is a nationally recognized expert on laughter and humor therapy. Bobbe is a great fit for healthcare and women's audiences. She has been featured in the New York Times, Family Circle, First Magazine, and Newsweek Japan, on “Laughter as a current trend in the workplace.” She was one of the first Laughter Leaders certified in the world by the World Laughter Tour, Inc. (Seriously!) Bobbe's work history includes Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club and Lodge, Orlando, where she was the swim pro (like a golf pro, but with more water). She has been in banking for over 3 decades, through 3 economic cycles, and 3 hair colors! Her success as a speaker and trainer is her conviction to what she believes are the two basic tenets of the adult learning experience: food and fun. January Jones Sharing Success Stories is broadcast live Thursdays at 3PM ET.

Motivational humorist Bobbe White is a nationally recognized expert on laughter and humor therapy. Bobbe is a great fit for healthcare and women's audiences. She has been featured in the New York Times, Family Circle, First Magazine, and Newsweek Japan, on “Laughter as a current trend in the workplace.” She was one of the first Laughter Leaders certified in the world by the World Laughter Tour, Inc. (Seriously!) Bobbe's work history includes Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club and Lodge, Orlando, where she was the swim pro (like a golf pro, but with more water). She has been in banking for over 3 decades, through 3 economic cycles, and 3 hair colors! Her success as a speaker and trainer is her conviction to what she believes are the two basic tenets of the adult learning experience: food and fun.

“We cannot cure the world of sorrows, but we can choose to live in joy.” —Joseph Campbell Steve Wilson returns to LaughBox with Katy BEE and Jim-Bob Williams to talk about the inception and history of laughter clubs and what “Good Hearted Living” can do for us with six practices! Since its inception, World Laughter Tour has been recognized as a significant global influence in the practical applications of laughter and humor for health and world peace. Steve Wilson is a very popular and talented Certified Speaking Professional, experienced educator of mental health professionals, member of key professional organizations such as Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH), International Society for Humor Studies (ISHS), and the American Humor Studies Association (AHSA), as well as having been the 2010 recipient of the Doug Fletcher Lifetime Achievement Award, and Rire d'Or Golden Laughter Award in 2007 from the French School of Laughter and Well-Being. He still maintains a very active presence in WLT and will often answer phone calls and inquiries, as well as making himself available to trainees, attendees, the media, or other interested parties who wish to speak with him personally. Connect with him at:  www.worldlaughtertour.com

Meet Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and "What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   While her classmates were dissecting frogs, Karyn was dissecting humor. Now a highly sought expert in mind-body medicine, she's spoken to thousands of people around the globe.  Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour teaching people how to laugh for no reason. Her mission in life is to improve global health through laughter and to heal the humor impaired.

Motivational humorist Bobbe White is a nationally recognized expert on laughter and humor therapy. Bobbe is a great fit for healthcare and women's audiences. She has been featured in the New York Times, Family Circle, First Magazine, and Newsweek Japan, on “Laughter as a current trend in the workplace.” She was one of the first Laughter Leaders certified in the world by the World Laughter Tour, Inc. (Seriously!) Bobbe's work history includes Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club and Lodge, Orlando, where she was the swim pro (like a golf pro, but with more water). She has been in banking for over 3 decades, through 3 economic cycles, and 3 hair colors! Her success as a speaker and trainer is her conviction to what she believes are the two basic tenets of the adult learning experience: food and fun. January Jones Sharing Success Stories is broadcast live Tuesdays at 2PM ET. January Jones Sharing Success Stories TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com). January Jones Sharing Success Stories Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). January Jones Sharing Success Stories Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Motivational humorist Bobbe White is a nationally recognized expert on laughter and humor therapy. Bobbe is a great fit for healthcare and women's audiences. She has been featured in the New York Times, Family Circle, First Magazine, and Newsweek Japan, on “Laughter as a current trend in the workplace.” She was one of the first Laughter Leaders certified in the world by the World Laughter Tour, Inc. (Seriously!) Bobbe's work history includes Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club and Lodge, Orlando, where she was the swim pro (like a golf pro, but with more water). She has been in banking for over 3 decades, through 3 economic cycles, and 3 hair colors! Her success as a speaker and trainer is her conviction to what she believes are the two basic tenets of the adult learning experience: food and fun. January Jones Sharing Success Stories is broadcast live Tuesdays at 2PM ET.

Motivational humorist Bobbe White is a nationally recognized expert on laughter and humor therapy. Bobbe is a great fit for healthcare and women's audiences. She has been featured in the New York Times, Family Circle, First Magazine, and Newsweek Japan, on “Laughter as a current trend in the workplace.” She was one of the first Laughter Leaders certified in the world by the World Laughter Tour, Inc. (Seriously!) Bobbe's work history includes Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club and Lodge, Orlando, where she was the swim pro (like a golf pro, but with more water). She has been in banking for over 3 decades, through 3 economic cycles, and 3 hair colors! Her success as a speaker and trainer is her conviction to what she believes are the two basic tenets of the adult learning experience: food and fun.

​Kristine earned her BS in Elementary Education in 1992, though never landing a formal classroom, life became her teacher. Not long after, she became a Certified Laughter Leader through The World Laughter Tour, and began helping others by leading therapeutic laughter groups while sharing the health benefits with friends, businesses, and clients.   After earning another degree in 2012, she found herself working with elders as a Physical Therapist Assistant. She then went on to study Healing Touch, which is a continuing education program. Healing Touch is also an energy modality recognized by the American Holistic Nurses Association, and she is a trained Level 4 Practitioner. When a crisis arose in her life, Kristine learned about Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). Having personally experienced the effectiveness, she then studied to become an EFT Practitioner and has been sharing this tool with others.   In 2019, she furthered her mind-body-spirit knowledge through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, becoming a Health Coach. She also became a student of Rapid Resolution Therapy in 2021. Continuing to develop these new skills to help others reframe, shift and release unbeneficial core beliefs, she now helps others become clear and free from lifelong struggles.   As a lifelong learner, Kristine has taught downhill skiing, numerous exercise classes, and facilitated therapeutic rock painting for all ages. Mostly, she loves to incorporate laughter and play into teaching effective tools to others. She finds joy in guiding others to discover and clear troublesome patterns. Kristine helps identify tools that can relieve stress, release trauma, and reframe thinking. Tools that help you experience more inner peace. So you can shine!   Living a life of service, she helps others move toward self-actualization, self-empowerment, and self-love. Personally, she continues her growth, by deeply contemplating the Gene Keys with others around the world.   Kristine (Unique) McPeak is developing a 12-week curriculum based on teachings through her Health Coaching studies, as well as a new class, loosely titled, Self-Kare 111, to be launched in January 2023. Stay tuned for the Adventures of Mr Lucky Kat Tales, a series of easy reader stories that hold timeless lessons, written for kiddos of all ages.   Visit her FaceBook page, PeaceSHINE, or you can find more information on her new website, www.uniquemcpeak.com You can also join her monthly zoom class, (f)ART.ing Around with Friends. There, you will be encouraged to use art in safe and playful ways, as you are gently guided to notice your inner critic. In the meantime, if you need to quiet your inner critic, or are feeling stuck, reach out to her at kristinemcpeak@gmail.com .................................................................................................................................................................... Ready to Become a Best Selling Author Yet? Reach out to Katie who offers bespoke publishing and mentorship services for Soul Led Visionary Leaders.  Katie recently launched her solo Poetry Book "Soulful Poems" which made it to over 40 No.1 Amazon Best Sellers in UK, USA, Australia, France, Canada and Italy. Connect with Katie Carey at https://www.soulfulvalley.com Join Katie's mailing list here to be the first to know about opportunities to collaborate with her Podcast Guest & Author Opportunities | Soulful Valley

Motivational humorist Bobbe White is a nationally recognized expert on laughter and humor therapy. Bobbe is a great fit for healthcare and women's audiences. She has been featured in the New York Times, Family Circle, First Magazine, and Newsweek Japan, on “Laughter as a current trend in the workplace.” She was one of the first Laughter Leaders certified in the world by the World Laughter Tour, Inc. (Seriously!) Bobbe's work history includes Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club and Lodge, Orlando, where she was the swim pro (like a golf pro, but with more water). She has been in banking for over 3 decades, through 3 economic cycles, and 3 hair colors! Her success as a speaker and trainer is her conviction to what she believes are the two basic tenets of the adult learning experience: food and fun. January Jones Sharing Success Stories is broadcast live Tuesdays at 2PM ET. January Jones Sharing Success Stories TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com). January Jones Sharing Success Stories Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). January Jones Sharing Success Stories Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Motivational humorist Bobbe White is a nationally recognized expert on laughter and humor therapy. Bobbe is a great fit for healthcare and women's audiences. She has been featured in the New York Times, Family Circle, First Magazine, and Newsweek Japan, on “Laughter as a current trend in the workplace.” She was one of the first Laughter Leaders certified in the world by the World Laughter Tour, Inc. (Seriously!) Bobbe's work history includes Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club and Lodge, Orlando, where she was the swim pro (like a golf pro, but with more water). She has been in banking for over 3 decades, through 3 economic cycles, and 3 hair colors! Her success as a speaker and trainer is her conviction to what she believes are the two basic tenets of the adult learning experience: food and fun.

Motivational humorist Bobbe White is a nationally recognized expert on laughter and humor therapy. Bobbe is a great fit for healthcare and women's audiences. She has been featured in the New York Times, Family Circle, First Magazine, and Newsweek Japan, on “Laughter as a current trend in the workplace.” She was one of the first Laughter Leaders certified in the world by the World Laughter Tour, Inc. (Seriously!) Bobbe's work history includes Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club and Lodge, Orlando, where she was the swim pro (like a golf pro, but with more water). She has been in banking for over 3 decades, through 3 economic cycles, and 3 hair colors! Her success as a speaker and trainer is her conviction to what she believes are the two basic tenets of the adult learning experience: food and fun. January Jones Sharing Success Stories is broadcast live Tuesdays at 2PM ET. January Jones Sharing Success Stories TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com). January Jones Sharing Success Stories Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). January Jones Sharing Success Stories Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Humans are born with the ability to laugh and smile. It is built into our nervous system. In this episode of Watching America, we hear from psychologist and Gelotologist (laughter expert) Steve Wilson. He's the director of National Humor Month and president of The World Laughter Tour. Wilson also provides training in therapeutic laughter and developed “Good Hearted Living” practices. Host Alan Campbell talks to Wilson about the benefits of laughter, what it means to have a “sense of humor,” and what makes a joke funny—or offensive. https://www.worldlaughtertour.com

Motivational humorist Bobbe White is a nationally recognized expert on laughter and humor therapy. Bobbe is a great fit for healthcare and women's audiences.She has been featured in the New York Times, Family Circle, First Magazine, and Newsweek Japan, on “Laughter as a current trend in the workplace.” She was one of the first Laughter Leaders certified in the world by the World Laughter Tour, Inc. (Seriously!)January Jones Sharing Success Stories is broadcast live Tuesdays at 2PM ET.January Jones Sharing Success Stories TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).January Jones Sharing Success Stories Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).January Jones Sharing Success Stories Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Meet Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and "What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   While her classmates were dissecting frogs, Karyn was dissecting humor. Now a highly sought expert in mind-body medicine, she's spoken to thousands of people around the globe.  Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour teaching people how to laugh for no reason. Her mission in life is to improve global health through laughter and to heal the humor impaired.

What's So Funny about Heart Disease? with Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and"What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour.

Life is full of opposition and contradiction and therein lies the humor and the beauty. In this episode, Kelly talks with Debra Joy Hart about navigating the peaceful times as well as the difficult times of life. Debra shares her thoughts about connecting with the human and Divine in each of us. The importance of mindset and how to overcome when we feel like our truth has been denied. And the tension between joy and sadness that shows up in all parts of our lives.  Our conversation includes: Looking back on her life after turning 65 years old and her eclectic theology Turning away from God and then making a conscious decision to be in a relationship with God and having that affirmed Core tenents of Unity Church and Spiritual Center Why you shouldn't be arguing for your limitations and what are denial prayers and abundance prayers What it means to experience spiritual gaslighting, how to unclutter your heart and live into being a true child of God Epigenetics and the theory of how past trauma is coded into your DNA The spiritual practice of Gratitude Cups Meet Debra Debra Joy Hart is the Spiritual Administrator and part-time minister at Unity Church and Spiritual Center in Urbana, IL.   She has more than 30 years of hands-on nursing and teaching experience. Mixing her experience together with her skills as a Joyologist, a student of death and dying, and a minister, Deb is an award-winning national speaker. Her talks weave humor, laughter, science, and silliness into an unforgettable experience.  Deb wears many hats as a wife, mom, and grandma affectionately known as Bubbie. Inspired by her grandkids, she's authored a children's book ”Grandma D's Bubbles: A Lesson in Life and Loss.”  For the past 23 years, Debra Joy and her alter ego “Daisy the Clown” have worked with a team to bring therapeutic humor and laughter programming to families affected by HIV/AIDS.  Deb was recognized in Spring 2021 with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor. She's been a member of that association for more than 25 years. She has been a frequent presenter and workshop facilitator for the World Laughter Tour. Visit Deb's website – debrajoyhart.com. Follow her on Facebook. Check out her weekly live online chat

Our self-care and mindfulness toolboxes are endless! On today's podcast, we speak to Trevor Smith and learn about the powerful practice of laughter. Trevor discusses how laughter not only strengthens our immune systems, but it helps build stronger and happier communities inside and outside of the work place. Listen to the whole episode to learn a few laughter exercises you can practice at home or on your next team Zoom call. You will experience how laughter is contagious and a superpower we all have inside of us--no jokes needed!    Want to learn how to create daily calm, focus and energy? Head on over to CenteredintheCity.org and claim your 7 day Free trial. You will get access to a growing library of over 100 different meditations, pilates flows, nourishing recipes and journal prompts all at your fingertips.    ***** Trevor Smith B.A. M.A. M.Ed, CLL is the Chief Happiness Officer of Blue Sky Consulting; a training and development company based in Springfield, Ma. With more than 15 years of experience as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and mental health practitioner, Trevor has designed and conducted workshops and trainings that promotes personal and professional development in a variety of occupational and community settings. As an Employee Wellness Consultant and Human Potential Coach, Trevor supports organizational leaders and teams by teaching them the importance of incorporating fun and lighten up in the workplace and making it an essential component to their business and innovation strategies. Utilizing the principles of happiness and laughter, Trevor utilizes a hands on training and learning process that provides the practical and professional skills for organizations and groups to thrive in a culture of productive collaboration, respectful communication that cultivates “A positive On the Job attitude” that adds more happiness and humor in the workplace. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Education from Curry College, a Master’s Degree in Counseling psychology from Lesley University, and a Master’s Degree in Education with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation from Springfield College in Springfield, MA. Trevor has extensive experience working with many different audiences in a variety of different settings. Trevor is a member of the Association for Applied Therapeutic Humor, the World Laughter Tour, the International Positive Psychology Association and the Applied Improvisation Network. In addition, he successfully completed the Advanced Leadership Training Workshop for Certified Laughter Leaders through the World Laughter Tour and the American School of Laughter Yoga. If you like more information about Trevor’s workshops and trainings, you can contact him via e-mail at tsmith@blueskyconsulting.us. His website is www.blueskyconsulting.us

Meet Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What’s So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What’s So Funny About… Diabetes?", and "What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   While her classmates were dissecting frogs, Karyn was dissecting humor. Now a highly sought expert in mind-body medicine, she’s spoken to thousands of people around the globe.  Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour teaching people how to laugh for no reason. Her mission in life is to improve global health through laughter and to heal the humor impaired.

What's So Funny about Heart Disease? with Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What’s So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What’s So Funny About… Diabetes?", and"What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour.

In this episode of Cloud 9 Online's MediMindful Moment Podcast, co-hosts Judith Dreyer, Jeff Nelder, and Henry Edinger interview Steve Wilson, Psychologist, the Founder and President of World Laughter Tour. Steve is also known as 'The Joyologist' and 'The Cheerman of the Bored'. He discusses what humor and laughter hold for human beings, and shares his program called The Prescription For Good Hearted Living. Join us for an engaging conversation experience. From all of us at cloud9online: www.c9ohealth.com, remember… wellbeing is our natural state as a human being. Make time for your own wellbeing and become mindful with your breath. Key Quotes: ● “Your sense of humor is something you develop, but the ability to laugh is inborn. Did you know that people who are born blind and deaf, laugh? We don't learn to laugh by watching other people or hearing other people, we have a natural way when the circumstances are right.” - Steve Wilson ● “As soon as you get into that humor and that laugh, and respond to it instantly, your brain chemistry changes and sends a signal that every system in your body to turn on to health, and it does it almost instantly. It will keep the healthy aspects of your muscular system to act healthy when you have a true mirthful laugh.” - Steve Wilson ● “Use this poem as you go through life. Let this always be your goal. Keep your eye upon the doughnut, not upon the hole. Look at what you have not what's not there. Gratitude turns out to be the antidote for self-pity and despair. How can you have that so strongly, if you're grateful for things that you have in your life and what is going on?” - Steve Wilson ● “The modern science of laughter is about compassion. That when we have because, to have a great sense of humor, I think one must have a great sensitivity about humor.” - Steve Wilson Resources Mentioned: ● Judith Dreyer ● Jeff Nelder LinkedIn ● Henry Edinger LinkedIn ● Cloud9 Online ● MediMind App ● Steve Wilson ● World Laughter Tour

What's So Funny about Heart Disease? with Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What’s So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What’s So Funny About… Diabetes?", and"What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour.  

Meet Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What’s So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What’s So Funny About… Diabetes?", and "What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   While her classmates were dissecting frogs, Karyn was dissecting humor. Now a highly sought expert in mind-body medicine, she’s spoken to thousands of people around the globe.  Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour teaching people how to laugh for no reason. Her mission in life is to improve global health through laughter and to heal the humor impaired.

Trevor Smith is a passionate, vibrant facilitator and theater-based trainer. He believes in the power of laughter and Improvisation and he uses it well to educate and enlighten his clients. Trevor spent the first fifteen years of his career as a Recreation Therapist in the social services sector using laughter and creative, improvisational techniques to bring about transformation in those whom he counseled. In recent years, Trevor has turned his focus on supporting growth in the legal profession and the banking industry. He is further expanding his training opportunities to meet the professional development needs of a broad range of organizations. His work promotes self-confidence, creative problem solving and effective communication. Both in his career and in his personal life, Trevor values his ability to make people feel comfortable and supported in the learning process, and he is driven to create positive change and explore the possibilities for his clients in his nontraditional learning environment. Trevor holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Curry College in Milton, Mass.; a master’s degree in education from Springfield College in Springfield, Mass.; and a master’s in counseling psychology from Lesley University in Cambridge, Mass. He is a Certified Laughter Leader through the World Laughter Tour, an international clearinghouse for a global grassroots laughter movement. http://blueskyconsulting.us/

“We cannot cure the world of sorrows, but we can choose to live in joy.” —Joseph Campbell We're back for season three and kicking it off strong!  New intro, new outro and a great line up of guests....starting off with Steve Wilson! Steve and I have a great conversation about his journey from psychologist to Joyologist and what joyology is all about.  He shares some history about how far therapeutic humor has come and how far we have to go.  I know you'll dig it as much as I did! Also, I must give a big SHOUT OUT to my brother, Pete Lutz, for re-doing the intro/outro for me.  He has his own podcast called the Narada Audio Radio Drama.  If you like old time radio shows, check it out on iTunes here! ENJOY! More on Steve... World Laughter Tour, Inc., is the brainchild of psychologist and self-proclaimed “Joyologist” Steve Wilson, who describes his role as “Cheerman of The Bored.” The creation of World Laughter Tour was an idea that came to him during a 1998 lecture tour to India, after participating in the Juhu Beach Laughter Club at the Arabian seaside in Mumbai. In India, Laughter clubs were referred to as ‘Hasya Yoga’. Nevertheless, for Steve Wilson, this first introduction was the spark to initiate a clear vision of bringing Laughter Clubs to the United States, of course with certain adaptations to suit the Western mentality. As he imagined, certain laughter and attitudinal practices could be systematized and taught as a means to influence health and peace, while promoting happiness and longevity. Hence, he sought out to connect with these gurus, recognizing the enormous potential that existed in applying a systematic approach to laughing without using jokes, under the guidance of a trained leader and motivator. Struck by a noble impulse, Steve flew an Indian physician to the United States, whereupon he delivered a series of lectures and demonstrations. The reaction to a laughter exercise program in the U.S. was both startling and telling, growing instant curiosity and support from the participants and the media. With the encouragement of his wife, Pamela, the World Laughter Tour was officially launched in July of 1998. It took about a year to put together the first laughter tour in the USA. Thanks to the generosity and sponsorship of Dr. Valeriana Moeller, president of Columbus State Community College, The World Laughter Tour had a very successful kickoff on May 27, 1999 in Columbus, Ohio. The tour traveled to 14 cities for the next 7 weeks, demonstrating the method to diverse audiences. Since its inception, World Laughter Tour has been recognized as a significant global influence in the practical applications of laughter and humor for health and world peace. Steve Wilson is a very popular and talented Certified Speaking Professional, experienced educator of mental health professionals, member of key professional organizations such as Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH), International Society for Humor Studies (ISHS), and the American Humor Studies Association (AHSA), as well as having been the 2010 recipient of the Doug Fletcher Lifetime Achievement Award, and Rire d’Or Golden Laughter Award in 2007 from the French School of Laughter and Well-Being. He still maintains a very active presence in WLT and will often answer phone calls and inquiries, as well as making himself available to trainees, attendees, the media, or other interested parties who wish to speak with him personally. Connect with him at:  www.worldlaughtertour.com Music from https://filmmusic.io"Run Amok" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)  

MEET OUR “CHEERMAN OF THE BORED”, STEVE WILSON   LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE Are you ready to get in on the benefits of this ancient wisdom and modern science? Welcome to an amazing program of enjoyable healthy movement, healing, strength, mobility, and positive attitudes–regardless of age and fitness level. Laughter Therapy sessions can be called laughter clubs, laughter circles, laughter classes, or laughter parties. Laughter is not a cure-all but Laughter Therapy makes primary treatments work best by helping block the anger, fear, worry, depression, and pessimism that interfere with healing and growth. In short, laughter is a therapeutic ally. Laughter Therapy appeals to anyone who wants a gentle, mellow and restorative mind-body practice. You’ll have a great time showing people how to have their best life; how mind and body can build and be in good shape for their whole life; how they can have less stress and more stamina, balance and flexibility.

What's So Funny about Heart Disease? with Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and"What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour.

World Laughter Tour, Inc., is the brainchild of psychologist and self-proclaimed “Joyologist” Steve Wilson, who describes his role as “Cheerman of The Bored.” The creation of World Laughter Tour was an idea that came to him during a 1998 lecture tour to India, after participating in the Juhu Beach Laughter Club at the Arabian seaside in Mumbai. In India, Laughter clubs were referred to as ‘Hasya Yoga'. Nevertheless, for Steve Wilson, this first introduction was the spark to initiate a clear vision of bringing Laughter Clubs to the United States, of course with certain adaptations to suit the Western mentality. As he imagined, certain laughter and attitudinal practices could be systematized and taught as a means to influence health and peace, while promoting happiness and longevity. Hence, he sought out to connect with these gurus, recognizing the enormous potential that existed in applying a systematic approach to laughing without using jokes, under the guidance of a trained leader and motivator.

You CAN handle the truth! And, the truth is that this week’s guest, Debra Norwood (The Laughter Lawyer), is not only an awesome human being, she’s also doing incredible work that is changing the lives of people all around the globe! Take a moment to listen to this week’s interview as she shares her work, her passion and a few laughs. More on Debra... As an attorney, a mother and caregiver to an ailing parent, Debra Norwood knows what stress looks and feels like. She also knows where to look for answers to learn resilience and find joy and meaning in many of life’s challenges. As a Certified Laughter Leader and Expert Level Practitioner with the World Laughter Tour, Debra guides her patrons by keynote speeches and workshops that highlight mindfulness exercises and a healthy dose of therapeutic humor and laughter. Her presentations to health professionals, attorneys and students are energizing and enlightening! As a result of the emotional clearing achieved through therapeutic laughter sessions, Debra is able to candidly address the more serious workplace and lifestyle issues that cause absenteeism, compassion fatigue and discouragement. As a personal executive coach for attorneys and professionals, Debra is clearly passionate about sharing the latest advances in Psychoneuroimmunology. As a Certified Brain Health Coach with Amen Clinics, she loves to share the good news: there is now evidence that people can change their brains to effectively change their mood, perspective and ultimately, change their lives! Debra’s individual coaching helps professionals optimize their memory and cognitive abilities through brain exercises, meditation, mindfulness and nutritional supplements when needed. For serious issues of PTSD, ADD, addictions, depression and anxiety, Debra evaluates and recommends individuals for Amen Clinics brain SPECT scans to review if there is trauma or other causes to explain resistant mental health conditions. Through careful evaluation of her client’s wishes and needs, Debra also creates individualized teams for crisis intervention. This supportive and comprehensive environment of empathy and trust helps her clients regain their humor, optimism, self-confidence and resilience. Debra is a member of the Positive Psychology Association, The Association of Applied and Therapeutic Laughter (AATH) and has been endorsed by The Laughter Arts Foundation. As a goodwill ambassador for the Anasazi Foundation, Debra also helps with at-risk youth. She is considered a “Trailblazer” by the World Laughter Tour and is a transformative law advocate and contributor to the American Bar Association endorsed book by J.Kim Wight; Lawyers as Change-makers, coming out in 2017. You can get more on Debra at www.debranorwood.com.

Julie Ann Sullivan speaks from experience. Many people consider her “a revolutionary.” She does not shy away from that title! She believes when people are given a new way of thinking they have a better attitude towards work and life. Julie Ann seeks to bring a more positive and productive environment into every business she visits.  Julie Ann is a full-time speaker, a professional member of the National Speakers Association and a member of the World Laughter Tour, Inc. and the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor.Julie Ann is also an accomplished writer. Her newest book is titled, “A Little Bit of GRATITUDE Goes a Long Way.” Her ultimate goal is not so much what participants hear in a presentation, but rather what they will use in their lives to uplift their attitude every day. Julie Ann and Lou have a very fun conversation in this interview which you are sure to enjoy, smile and probably even laugh while listening.  

Meet Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and "What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   While her classmates were dissecting frogs, Karyn was dissecting humor. Now a highly sought expert in mind-body medicine, she's spoken to thousands of people around the globe.  Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour teaching people how to laugh for no reason. Her mission in life is to improve global health through laughter and to heal the humor impaired.

Many people today are unhappy, worried, and miserable. There is a rise in suicide and depression rates that are caused by many factors. Some of these include a busy lifestyle, a lack of personal connection with others, or the inability to be joyful and see the brighter side of life.   In today's episode, my guest, Debbie Harbinson, MHI, RN, HNB-BC, is a registered nurse who talks about the importance of learning the science of laughter, psychology, and humor. She explains the of learning the truth about laughter and its effects on the longevity of your life. With this, she pursues teaching and educating others about the advantages of laughter as she conducts training with the staff of a mental health organization in May.     There are facts you need to know about laughter and humor because if you do not, we are talking about life and death here. - Debbie     In This Episode of Real Money Talks:  Debbie expresses her desire to share with others the importance of laughter and humor in living healthy lives and pursuing relationships How she realized that she could make money with laughter while continuing to work towards a noble cause Why laughter is the easiest way to connect with patients and its impact on their recovery How Debbie's learning from an organization called World Laughter Tour equips her to teach people about joy and laughter Advantages of laughter in organizations and how it serves them       Subscribe, Rate & Share Real Money Talks!         Loral Langemeier is on a mission – to educate and empower the http://www.realmoneytalks.com/ (Real Money Talks) community on how to have those important money talks that are straight, to the point, and can be applied to every aspect of your life. So, tune in every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on iTunes to learn, ask Loral a question, and create your path to financial freedom! Don't forget to leave a review and grab your free gifts on AskLoral.com!

What's So Funny about Heart Disease? with Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and"What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour.

A funny CPA?  It could be an oxymoron or it could be Julie Ann Sullivan…or both?  This week I had the pleasure of talking with Julie Ann about her work in helping people practice gratitude and live healthier, more fulfilled lives.  We laughed a lot and I learned a lot.  I think you’ll get some strategies you can put into practice right away.   More on Julie Ann… Julie Ann Sullivan speaks from experience. Many people consider her “a revolutionary.” She does not shy away from that title! She believes when people are given a new way of thinking they have a better attitude towards work and life. Julie Ann seeks to bring a more positive and productive environment into every business she visits. She is an author and a professional member of the National Speakers Association. Julie Ann was a CPA and spent decades involved in the financial services industry.  Now speaking full time, she is a professional member of the National Speakers Association and a member of the World Laughter Tour, Inc. and the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor. She has a diverse educational background which includes a BA in Psychology and an MBA in Accounting. She also has a Certification as an Expert Level Practitioner as a Certified Laughter Leader. Julie Ann is also an accomplished writer. Her newest book is titled, “A Little Bit of GRATITUDE Goes a Long Way.” You can get EVEN MORE on Julie Ann Here:  http://www.julieannsullivan.com/

  What's So Funny about Heart Disease? with Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and"What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour.  

What's So Funny about Heart Disease? with Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and"What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour.

World Laughter Tour, Inc., is the brainchild of psychologist and self-proclaimed “Joyologist” Steve Wilson, who describes his role as “Cheerman of The Bored.” The creation of World Laughter Tour was an idea that came to him during a 1998 lecture tour to India, after participating in the Juhu Beach Laughter Club at the Arabian seaside in Mumbai. In India, Laughter clubs were referred to as ‘Hasya Yoga'. Nevertheless, for Steve Wilson, this first introduction was the spark to initiate a clear vision of bringing Laughter Clubs to the United States, of course with certain adaptations to suit the Western mentality. As he imagined, certain laughter and attitudinal practices could be systematized and taught as a means to influence health and peace, while promoting happiness and longevity. Hence, he sought out to connect with these gurus, recognizing the enormous potential that existed in applying a systematic approach to laughing without using jokes, under the guidance of a trained leader and motivator.

When was the last time you laughed out loud? Barbara Grapstein encourages people to do that everyday. She uses laughter and yoga to connect with many people who are in need to bring smiles into their life. I met Barbara recently in my yoga classes and knew she had a mission to share her healing. A great conversation of religion, spirituality, and of course healing and laughter. Barbara Grapstein is the founder and CEO of Healing Headbands Project Inc. As a Global Laughter Ambassador, Certified Laughter Leader and Laughter Yoga Instructor, Barbara's passion is her never ending devotion to helping others through philanthropy complemented by her entrepreneurial spirit. Barbara is actively involved with several organizations including the Association of Applied Therapeutic Humor(AATH), Steve Wilson's World Laughter Tour and Comedy Cures. Barbara is a featured guest on WCWP 88.1 N-Joy show and is well traveled. Barbara has had the privilege of engaging with many influencers and leaders in the field including the "Guru of India", Dr. Madan Kataria, founder of Laughter Yoga. Barbara is a corporate consultant for holistic health, stress management and serves to help children and families living with cancer. The program currently runs in child life centers, universities and hospitals in the North East. Joanie Accolla, Co-Founder 516.606.7022 Healing Headbands Project, Inc. www.healingheadbands.com LAUGH CREATE HEAL Facebook Twitter Instagram

World Laughter Tour, Inc., is the brainchild of psychologist and self-proclaimed “Joyologist” Steve Wilson, who describes his role as “Cheerman of The Bored.” The creation of World Laughter Tour was an idea that came to him during a 1998 lecture tour to India, after participating in the Juhu Beach Laughter Club at the Arabian seaside in Mumbai. In India, Laughter clubs were referred to as ‘Hasya Yoga'. Nevertheless, for Steve Wilson, this first introduction was the spark to initiate a clear vision of bringing Laughter Clubs to the United States, of course with certain adaptations to suit the Western mentality. As he imagined, certain laughter and attitudinal practices could be systematized and taught as a means to influence health and peace, while promoting happiness and longevity. Hence, he sought out to connect with these gurus, recognizing the enormous potential that existed in applying a systematic approach to laughing without using jokes, under the guidance of a trained leader and motivator.

Meet Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and "What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   While her classmates were dissecting frogs, Karyn was dissecting humor. Now a highly sought expert in mind-body medicine, she's spoken to thousands of people around the globe.  Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour teaching people how to laugh for no reason. Her mission in life is to improve global health through laughter and to heal the humor impaired.

What’s a neurohumorist? You’ll find out in this episode of Laughbox as we talk to Karyn Buxman about what happens in our brain when we encounter humor and when we laugh. Karyn is in the National Speakers Association’s Speaker Hall of Fame and is a Diplomat at the American Institute of Stress.  She is a proud recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor. She serves on the advisory boards of the Invisible Disabilities Association and the American Happiness Association. She’s the co-founder of World Laughter Tour. That’s why Karyn Buxman is the best person to teach your team how they can lead with laughter! More on Karyn can be found at www.karynbuxman.com.

Julie Ann Sullivan speaks from experience. Many people consider her “a revolutionary.” She does not shy away from that title! She believes when people are given a new way of thinking they have a better attitude towards work and life. Julie Ann seeks to bring a more positive and productive environment into every business she visits. She is an author and a professional member of the National Speakers Association. Julie Ann was a CPA and spent decades involved in the financial services industry. Now speaking full time, she is a professional member of the National Speakers Association and a member of the World Laughter Tour, Inc. and the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor. She has a diverse educational background which includes a BA in Psychology and an MBA in Accounting. She also has a Certification as an Expert Level Practitioner as a Certified Laughter Leader. Julie Ann is also an accomplished writer. Her newest book is titled, “A Little Bit of GRATITUDE Goes a Long Way.” Her ultimate goal is not so much what participants hear in a presentation, but rather what they will use in their lives to uplift their attitude every day. Her client list includes Fortune 500 companies, universities and schools, businesses, government organizations, non-profits, and healthcare facilities

Julie Ann Sullivan speaks from experience. Many people consider her “a revolutionary.” She does not shy away from that title! She believes when people are given a new way of thinking they have a better attitude towards work and life. Julie Ann seeks to bring a more positive and productive environment into every business she visits. She is an author and a professional member of the National Speakers Association. Julie Ann was a CPA and spent decades involved in the financial services industry.  Now speaking full time, she is a professional member of the National Speakers Association and a member of the World Laughter Tour, Inc. and the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor. She has a diverse educational background which includes a BA in Psychology and an MBA in Accounting. She also has a Certification as an Expert Level Practitioner as a Certified Laughter Leader.

Maia Aziz, Social Worker (PSW) and Certified Humor Professional (CHP) writes and speaks on living a life of love and laughter.  Assistant Administrative Chief of Allied Health Services at the Montreal Children's Hospital, contributing writer to The Positive Psychology People and active member of The Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor, Maia spends her Sunday mornings sharing 3 of her favorite things with someone who is out there pushing the positive- a fresh cup of coffee, a heartfelt conversation and some spontaneous laughter. These are conversations about love, laughter, leadership and well, life! http://www.withloveandlaughter.ca/ Debra Chaves Norwood is an attorney, writer, public speaker and World Laughter Tour certified laughter leader who has dedicated her life’s work to advocacy for minority rights and against women’s discrimination and child labor practices. She is a former International Humanitarian Law instructor for the Mid-South Chapter of the American Red Cross, and currently serves on the board of Human Friends International, a not-for profit interfaith harmony and human rights organization that recently testified before the United Nations regarding the use of unjust rape laws in Pakistan. Ms. Norwood is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association and Chair for WLT (Women in the Law), a faith based program for women attorneys. She is the host of two Internet radio shows: Look Good! Feel Good! Segment of Your True Colours Image Radio on www.blogtalkradio.com/businessovercoffee and a bilingual radio show Mi Vida(My Life) also on BOCI Radio. www.debranorwood.com  

Maia Aziz, Social Worker (PSW) and Certified Humor Professional (CHP) writes and speaks on living a life of love and laughter.  Assistant Administrative Chief of Allied Health Services at the Montreal Children's Hospital, contributing writer to The Positive Psychology People and active member of The Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor, Maia spends her Sunday mornings sharing 3 of her favorite things with someone who is out there pushing the positive- a fresh cup of coffee, a heartfelt conversation and some spontaneous laughter. These are conversations about love, laughter, leadership and well, life!  http://www.withloveandlaughter.ca/ Joan Accolla is a living example of what can happen when creativity meets empathy.  Joan holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a major in Interior Design from New York Institute of Technology and an Associate Degree in Exhibition Design from Fashion Institute of Technology. She has recently been certified as a Laughter Leader (CLL) through Steve Wilson's World Laughter Tour and currently teaches design at New York Institute of Technology. After twenty years of experience in brand identity, both inside a house or inside the body, Joan founded Growing into Health, a creative business and brand marketing organization that helps clients build healthy and meaningful connections between themselves and their environment.  Most recently, Joan is the Co-Founder and creative director for Healing Headbands Project, a non-profit organization that inspires others to develop a healing mindset by integrating laughter with art. http://www.healingheadbands.com/  

Episode 003 Cheerman of the Bored URL:   http://www.julieannsullivan.com/cheerman-of-the-bored-steve-wilson/   Summary   Julie Ann talks with the award-winning psychologist, Joyologist, and Gelotologist, Steve Wilson, Cheerman of the Bored at the World Laughter Tour. He has spent years working in the mental health and well-being field. This launched his career into illuminating and improving the human condition by exploring the psychology of laughter, humor and mirth. Steve promotes strategies for people to do their best; where they enjoy working; where they handle stress with ease; where more gets done, better and faster and where the most desired reward is joy.

Award winning international personality in the field of therapeutic humor, Steve Wilson's work as a clinical psychologist crystalized his thinking about the relationship between humour and mental wellness. President of the World Laughter Tour, Steve Wilson, has authored several books, including, "Eat Dessert First", "Super Humor Power", and "The Art of Mixing Work and Play". Tease your tickle bone, quench your thirst for knowledge on Laughter as Therapy, and inspire you to remember the power of laughter in regards to mental wellness.  Here, on Blog Talk Radio with Miss Lafalot and friends.

Maia Aziz P.S.W., C.L.Y.L., writes and speaks on living a life of love and laughter. President-Elect of The Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor, Maia is joined each week on Morning Moments With Maia...Conversations of Love and Laughter by an eclectic lineup of guests who live their lives with love and laughter and work to help others do the same. www.withloveandlaughter.ca Steve Wilson M.A., C.S.P. is an award-winning psychologist and internationally reknowned expert in the field of therapeutic humor who in 1998 founded The World Laughter Tour Inc., an organization whose mission is to create and disseminate an adjunctive therapeutic modality called “laughter therapy”, by applying laughter theories and practices into multi-generational, multi-cultural, systematic health and happiness programs. Certified Laughter Leaders trained through The World Laughter Tour now lead hundreds of laughter clubs around the world. Steve is the Director of National Humor Month and the author of numerous books including Good Hearted Living and Toilet Paper, Toothpaste and Tuna-Noodle Casserole; Observations and Advice on Love, Marriage and Authentic Intimacy. In 1994 he received the highly exclusive Certified Speaking Professional designation by the National Speakers' Association, in 2007 the Golden Laughter Award from L'Ecole Francaise du Rire et Bien-Etre and in 2010 the Doug Fletcher Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor. www.worldlaughtertour.com

Julie Ann Sullivan speaks from experience. Many people consider her “a revolutionary.” She does not shy away from that title! She believes when people are given a new way of thinking they have a better attitude towards work and life. Julie Ann seeks to bring a more positive and productive environment into every business she visits. She is an author and a professional member of the National Speakers Association. Julie Ann was a CPA and spent decades involved in the financial services industry.  Now speaking full time, she is a professional member of the National Speakers Association and a member of the World Laughter Tour, Inc. and the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor. She has a diverse educational background which includes a BA in Psychology and an MBA in Accounting. She also has a Certification as an Expert Level Practitioner as a Certified Laughter Leader.

Join Debra Norwood, Laughter Lawyer USA for her Look Good! Feel Good! Show featuring Positive people, places and causes! Today's show: Finding Inner Strength with  Dr. Katherine Puckett , PHD,MS,MSW,LCSW of Cancer Treatment Centers of America . Dr. Puckett has been appointed to the position of National Director of Mind-Body Medicine to assist CTCA in coordinating and enhancing mind-body programs and services across the regional centers. Her many credentials  include being a certified laughter leader with the World Laughter Tour, and a member of AATH! Our radio show will explore the standard of care treatment delivered in CTCA, including their integrative care which incorporates mind-body medicine to help manage stress during cancer treatment.  In a nutshell, Katherine Puckett and  the mind-body medicine team at CTCA  help meet their patients emotional and physical needs which can mean the difference between feeling alone and finding peace and learning how to connect with their inner strength! Tune in and  find out why CTCA is also a proud sponsor to the upcoming AATH Conference in Philadelphia, on May 28-30,2015!  Friend Laughter Lawyer USA on Facebook and follow her on Twitter @laughterlawyeru  

Join Debra Norwood, Laughter Lawyer USA, with Look Good! Feel Good! presenting profiles on positive people and positive influences in the world around us. http://w.w.w.laughterlawyerusa.com  Today's topic: HEALING THROUGH STORY TELLING AND LAUGHTER!  Our guest is none other than the incomparable Irene Chaya Shapiro Doniger, THE LAUGHING MAGGIDAH, The Laughter Queen of Prussia!  Irene is a Licenced Psychologist and Certified Laughter Leader Expert Level with The World Laughter Tour.   She is also an ordained storyteller who uses her unique gift to bring people and God together through heartfelt story telling.  As CEO, and Owner of Irene G. Doniger &Associates, LLC, http://w.w.w.laffnow.net  Irene  introduces therapeutic laughter into her presentations to  help provide insight, health and humor. With programs  geared  for addiction recovery, senior citizen health and wellness and community outreach, Irene lends a fresh perspective coupled with a distinct pride in her Jewish heritage.   Always sharing in an loving and ecumenical way her gift of "Holy Laughter",  Irene uplifts and strengthens everyone she meets!  Contact Irene at: Irene@laffnow.net. Book review this week: Instead of a Midlife Crisis, Why Not Give Yourself a Calm-Plex? CHILL by Steve Wilson  Contact Debra at laughtelawyerusa@yahoo.com  Friend me on Facebook at Laughter Lawyer USA;  Twitter: Laughterlawyeru      

Join us as we interview 'The Laughter Lawyer', Debra Norwood.   We'll go to her playground and learn about scientific benefits of Laughter Therapy. Everything you ever needed to know how to be happy and to get along with others you learned on the playground! We learned risk taking, trust building, humor, and how to set boundaries. At our center we use the ideas of an amazing array of thinkers, scientists, storytellers and clowns to re-build and reawaken the child within us to learn how to become more child-like, not childish! Debra Chaves Norwood is an attorney, writer, public speaker and World Laughter Tour certified laughter leader–expert level practitioner in therapeutic laughter.  She is currently a Family Law, and Juvenile Court attorney in Lexington Tennessee, and was a volunteer attorney for WRAP (Women’s Rape Assistance Program) in Decaturville, Tennessee.  To read more about the Laughter Lawyer, click here. Our passion is to help you Get Real and bridge the gap to a joy-filled passionate life with good health and vitality.  Read more about us by clicking here.   Get real information, wellness tips, health care products, and information to help inspire creativity and imagination. Mark and Kally Efros Indigo Mountain:  Wellness, Toys & Gifts Connect with on Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest.

Join  host Debra Norwood, Laughter Lawyer USA ,on Your True Colours Image Radio for her weekly Look Good!Feel Good! radio program featuring positive people,places and causes. TODAY's Show: A SNEAK PEEK at the new CD that will be launced by Look Good! Feel Good! Productions, the Audio Blog  SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT prepared to be launched in April  of 2014 as a part of Tennessee National Humor month. Today's segment will provide the listener a teaser of what the CD can bring to their lives by introducing Good Hearted Living Principles of the World Laughter Tour.  Debra uses stories from around the world, including fables, fairy tales, and broadway musicals to help harried professionals, students and individuals rethink the paradigms of their lives, and provides a fresh focus to rejenerate, and rejoice in the knowlege that life can be lived deliberately and we all can choose to be mindful about how we think and act! Friend Laughter Lawyer USA on Facebook, and message her  to  Pre-order her new CD!  www.laughterlawyerusa.com

January Jones welcomes author Mary Kay Morrison discussing her books Using Humor to Maximize Learning: Exploring Links between Positive Emotions and Education Using Humor to Maximize Living Mary Kay Morrison is an educator who has taught at virtually every level of the educational spectrum, while facilitating keynote presentations and workshop sessions for the past 30 years. Her work includes integrating what we know about applying cognitive research on both the emotions (particularity humor) and movement to learning. In addition to humor and stress management, Mary Kay frequently conducts seminars on brain research, leadership, ADHD, group facilitation, parenting and mentoring. Mary Kay is founder and director of Humor Quest. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH) and was 2010-11 conference chair. In 2009, she founded and currently directs the international AATH Humor Academy graduate study and certificate program. As a member of the Illinois NCLB implementation team, she conducted “Train the Trainer” sessions for the State Board of Education on school improvement and mentoring. She is the education advisor for the Funny Lit Project offered through World Laughter Tour. Books Her publications, Using Humor to Maximize Learning; Exploring Links between Positive Emotions and Education I and Using Humor to Maximize Living are being used as texts for humor studies and both are used for the groundbreaking international graduate Humor Academy offered by the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor.

January Jones welcomes author Mary Kay Morrison discussing her booksUsing Humor to Maximize Learning: Exploring Links between Positive Emotions and EducationUsing Humor to Maximize LivingMary Kay Morrison is an educator who has taught at virtually every level of the educational spectrum, while facilitating keynote presentations and workshop sessions for the past 30 years. Her work includes integrating what we know about applying cognitive research on both the emotions (particularity humor) and movement to learning. In addition to humor and stress management, Mary Kay frequently conducts seminars on brain research, leadership, ADHD, group facilitation, parenting and mentoring. Mary Kay is founder and director of Humor Quest. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH) and was 2010-11 conference chair. In 2009, she founded and currently directs the international AATH Humor Academy graduate study and certificate program. As a member of the Illinois NCLB implementation team, she conducted “Train the Trainer” sessions for the State Board of Education on school improvement and mentoring. She is the education advisor for the Funny Lit Project offered through World Laughter Tour.BooksHer publications, Using Humor to Maximize Learning; Exploring Links between Positive Emotions and Education I and Using Humor to Maximize Living are being used as texts for humor studies courses at several universities and both are used for the groundbreaking international graduate Humor Academy offered by the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and "What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   While her classmates were dissecting frogs, Karyn was dissecting humor. Now a highly sought expert in mind-body medicine, she's spoken to thousands of people around the globe. Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour teaching people how to laugh for no reason. Her mission in life is to improve global health through laughter and to heal the hum

What's So Funny about Heart Disease? with Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and"What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour.  

Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and "What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   While her classmates were dissecting frogs, Karyn was dissecting humor. Now a highly sought expert in mind-body medicine, she's spoken to thousands of people around the globe. Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour teaching people how to laugh for no reason. Her mission in life is to improve global health through laughter and to heal the humor impaired.

  What's So Funny about Heart Disease? with Karyn Buxman Karyn Buxman is an international speaker, neurohumorist, nurse, and author of "What's So Funny About… Heart Disease?",  "What's So Funny About… Diabetes?", and"What's So Funny About... Nursing?"   Karyn is a past president of AATH, as well as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also the co-founder of World Laughter Tour.