Laugh for Your Health & Well-Being

The Fox Valley Laughter Yoga Circle has been laughing together since January 2011. The circle which meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The circle meets at the Chesapeake Commons Clubhouse, 1490 Geneva Drive, Geneva, IL and are facilitated by Terri Reasoner, Ph.D., a certified Laughter Yoga Teacher. Sessions are free and open to the public.

“Laughter Yoga is a fun and unique exercise routine developed by Indian physician, Dr. Madan Kataria, MD. It combines laughter exercises with yoga breathing (Pranayama) which brings in more oxygen to the body and brain, making one feel more energetic and healthy,” Reasoner said. According to Reasoner, Laughter Yoga exercises encourage hearty laughter, deep breathing, and gentle stretching. Some benefits participants have expressed after attending a session include: reduced stress and tension, improved outlook and disposition on life, strengthened social bonds and improved communication.

Laughter circles are social gatherings where people come together and do Laughter Yoga exercises. Laughter is contagious, so the group environment helps to stimulate genuine laughter. It may begin as “forced” laughter but quickly turns into playful laughter that is fun, healthy, and rewarding. No registration required, just show up wearing comfortable clothing and a willingness to laugh for your health and well-being.

For more information on Laughter Yoga or the Fox Valley Laughter Circle, please call Terri Reasoner at 630-232-8552.

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