Boomer Humor

Laughter is Good Medicine for the Soul…And Your Health

A study in Norway has shown that laughter can extend the lives of people. In the study, 54,000 Norwegians were followed for 7 years. These people were asked about their sense of humor and how often they laugh. Those that found the world the most funny were 35 percent less likely to die during the study period. If a person in the study was diagnosed with cancer, he or she was 70 times more likely to survive until the end of the study if laughter and humor is an important part of his or her life.

"A well-developed sense of humor is the pole that adds balance to your steps as you walk the tightrope of life". – William Arthur Ward

This is TOO Funny!…Enjoy

Original Post By: "Laughter Extends Life" By Mark Stibich, Ph.D., About.com Guide

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"Through humor, you can soften some of the worst blows that life delivers. And once you find laughter, no matter how painful your situation might be, you can survive it." – Bill Cosby

Dance Your Way To Better Health And Longevity

Does dancing and longevity go hand in hand? Watch the moves of this 87 year old Dancing Diva and then you decide. Actually, dancing can be an excellent alternative to the more traditional ways of exercising and by the smile on this young ladies face, it can really be a whole lot of fun!

Beat-based ways to get your body moving are effective and exciting. Anissa Lickrish, a retired professional ballet dancer and current Pilates instructor at the Yoga Tree, says: “Dancing is a really fun way to do your cardio. If you’re bored by running and can’t stand cardio machines at the gym, dancing is a great alternative. You can change it up every time so you never get bored.” And by the looks of her dance partner, I doubt this 87 year old finds bordom a key word in her vocabulary! Enjoy