Since 2016, carers’ groups have approached me to request Laughter Yoga sessions.

At first, even I was a bit sceptical whether they would be able to laugh openly, knowing their circumstances.

But you know what? People who struggle the most, such as unpaid carers, benefit the most from attending Laughter Yoga sessions. Intentional laughter boosts their positivity, and yogic breathing calms them and reduces stress.

Importantly, those who are genuinely struggling with feelings of low self-worth, trying to navigate numerous problems, and multitasking to the extreme, need the most positivity and reduced stress so that they don’t become unwell themselves.

Carers can be of all ages – including young carers who care for their parents or grandparents.  There are people in their 20s and 30s caring for children, adult siblings, relatives with disabilities or elders with mobility and memory problems.

Some words which have stayed with me were from a gentleman who attended a Laughter session.  He said at the end of the session, “More people should do this”. Everyone agreed and realised that it was a very special coping mechanism.

Because participants don’t need to be happy to attend a Laughter Yoga session, it’s the perfect well-being and mental health exercise routine for caregivers.

Not all carers can be happy when battling with the pressures put on them. Having the excellent opportunity to attend a fully accessible session online (or in person) means attendees can fit it into their caregiving duties when their time is precious.

A 30-minute session can have a significant impact on carers’ mental health and their ability to cope with challenges, as well as boost their immunity.

We notice the difference from the beginning to the end of the sessions. From the solemn faces, often drawn and tired, that come into a session, to seeing the carers leave, I feel very relaxed, confident, happy, stress-free, with a glowing face and a wide, beautiful smile.

I see how laughter yoga makes a difference to carers. They feel the difference.

For more information on Laughter Yoga sessions, happiness workshops
and Bollywood Laughter Yoga Dance
contact Sunny Turner – happy@seriouslaughter.co.uk
or call +447974 778091