Why Laughter is One of Christmas's Sweetest Gifts

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"Laughter is the best medicine." 
​What is it about a mutual laugh shared between friends or family that can turn around even the darkest of days? Laughter is such a healing balm that bonds all kinds of people and helps them regain perspective, clear their minds, and get them back on track in general.

So where do we find these pockets of joy? Listen up, everyone, because I have some great locations for you to look that will surely get you giggling.

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Funny Friends

When I need a good laugh, I have several friends who meet that need in a big way. These particular friends at times don't even try to be funny, but they get me going with tears of laughter every time. The world needs more of those types of people ASAP.

If you have some friends like that, consider yourself blessed. These humorous peeps are not stress-free but have found the value of being able to see the lighter side of things, and for them in many ways, it truly has been their secret to success.

​I strive to be more like them because it is a truly wonderful way to live your life.​​

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Funny Kids

If you are new here, you may not know that I have been an elementary school teacher for over 20 years. It is hard to believe that I am two years from retirement, and it will be here before you know it.

I have so many funny stories from my years as a teacher that I am compiling them all in a book that is due to be out next year, called Chuckles and Chalk Dust: Stories From the Classroom to Warm Your Heart and Make You Smile.

If you are interested in snagging a copy when it is published, please fill out the button below, and I will gladly add you to the waitlist.
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A funny story that happened this week was tied to a drawing that a student gave me. We had been talking about healthy eating, and he drew me a picture of two beautiful and detailed cakes—one on the back of the paper and one on the front.

I commented on how lovely the cakes were, but that I am trying to eat healthy.

​He said, “No worries. One is 500 calories and the other is 0 calories. Make your choice.” I laughed out loud because he knows that I am trying to eat healthy, so he sure covered all bases.

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Funny TV Shows and Movies

To lighten your heart, a great strategy is to tune into your favourite funny TV shows or movies. My favourite laugh-out-loud show is Everybody Loves Raymond. This show is so relatable, and I am always guaranteed to feel better than I did before pressing play on the remote with this hilarious show. I encourage you to tune into this show or other lighthearted comedic shows or movies.

​It is so therapeutic to look at the funny side of life as often as possible.

I know that this season brings an endless To-Do List, but be sure to pencil in time for laughter. Your soul needs it.

Call to action:

1. Call up that funny friend and catch up over coffee or a meaningful phone call.
2. Make a list of humorous shows or movies to watch over the holidays. Have some options to choose from. This is time well spent.
3. Try to see the lighter side of stressful situations as often as possible. It really helps you cope with problems better.

​Until next time,
Here’s to lots of smiles and belly laughs!
Dana

Author

Dana Romualdi is an elementary teacher, social worker, and writer who is passionate about helping others find hope, healing, and growth through life’s challenges. As the creator of Little Lessons Learned by Dana, she shares faith-filled insights and practical wisdom to inspire others to live with purpose and compassion.

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