The Mental Health Benefits of Laughter
Can laughter really heal the mind?
In this powerful and uplifting episode of The Your Life Matters Show Podcast we will explore how laughter impacts the brain, improves mental health, and helps us cope during life’s toughest moments.
Join us as hosts Steve Hodgson and psychotherapist Dr. Eric L. Davis explain the neuroscience behind laughter—from reducing stress hormones like cortisol to boosting “feel-good” chemicals like dopamine and serotonin.
Then, in a special guest interview, we welcome a national recognized comedian Jason Love who shares how humor has been both a creative outlet and a form of emotional survival.
Whether you’re struggling, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the power of joy, or just need a laugh —this episode reminds us that laughter isn’t just entertainment… it’s essential.
👉 Topics We Cover:
• How laughter affects the brain and nervous system
• Laughter as a coping tool for anxiety, depression, and trauma
• The role of humor in therapy and daily life
• Real stories from comedy and clinical practice
• Tips for bringing more laughter into your own life
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