The “Monster” Under the Bed: How a Dusty Pistachio Shell Taught Me About Fear, Laughter, and the Human Brain

gives way to relief and amusement.

The Health Connection: Why Laughter Feels So Good

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The Health Connection: Why Laughter Feels So Good

You might wonder what a silly scare over a nutshell has to do with physical health, but as someone who is deeply proactive about my well-being, I find the connection fascinating.

As I always remind myself, prolonged stress can affect the cardiovascular system and contribute to a variety of health problems. When we experience stress, hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline help prepare