Laughter .....

“A  happy heart is good medicine..”  Proverbs 17:22

“I just want to make people laugh.”  Sinbad

"I think that laughter bonds people in a way that sometimes serious conversations can't." - Issa Rae

Laughter was my portion this past week.  I attended a Comedy Show benefit for Sinbad who is recovering from a 2020 stroke.  There was a line up of amazing comedians and music by Dougie Fresh.  My friend and I spent the evening dancing and doubling over in laughter.  Comedians showed up to support him and performed back to back and gave us no mercy.  From Chris Tucker to DL Hughley to Mark Curry and Deon Cole to Kim Coles, they reminded us about the power of laughter and the power that Sinbad had on all of us. 

In a world filled  with reasons to dampen our spirits, laughter is not an escape, but a remedy for our collective wounds. It does not seek to erase the realities of our struggles; rather, it serves as a transformative force, offering solace and renewal in the face of adversity. Comedians, often drawing from their own experiences of pain, illuminate this truth, infusing their humor with the raw authenticity of lived experience.

Laughter, in its essence, is a revolutionary act of self-care and resistance, a reminder that even in the bleakest of circumstances, joy and healing are within our grasp, if only we have the courage to embrace them.

Life will always be lifing ….. Laughter is healing because it:

L - Lightens your load: Laughter can help alleviate stress and lighten the burdens you carry, both mentally and emotionally.

A - Adjusts your attitude: Laughter has the power to shift your perspective, making challenges seem more manageable and fostering a positive outlook on life.

U - Uplifts your mood: Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, the body's natural mood lifters, which can enhance your overall sense of well-being.During the pandemic, I asked a friend who works in stressful hospital setting, how I could support him. He told me to send him messages to make him laugh. And I still do .. laughter heals.

G - Generates connection: Sharing laughter with others strengthens social bonds and fosters a sense of connection and belonging.

H - Heals the soul: Laughter has a profound healing effect, soothing the soul and bringing joy and light into your life.

Sinbad has impacted and been a blessing.  The blessing was when Sinbad was able to walk out and the Comedy Show turned into a worship Service!!! He was on the stage, still cracking jokes and thanking God for the healing power of prayer, family and love.

Here is a link to a fund where you can help toward his recovery and as a thank you for his gift of laughter.

Journey Forward

I hope laughter is your portion …..

Sheila