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Don't View This Video Unless You Want to Laugh


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Laughing is a vital tool for your health, so take this opportunity right now to enjoy a good belly laugh. I guarantee you; these videos of laughing babies will definitely put a smile on your face!

Laughter is, indeed, a key ingredient to optimal health, and I know of no good reason not to try and make sure you laugh as often as possible, everyday.

If you‘re not convinced, there is plenty of research to back up my advice:

Exactly why laughter is so good for you is not fully understood, but who cares? It‘s fun. It‘s easy. And, it works.

According to some anthropologists, laughter creates bonding within a group, which may explain why you are 30 times more likely to laugh when other people are present, and why laughter is often contagious. So… go ahead… share these videos with others, spread the laughter, and strengthen your bonds of friendship at the same time!

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Posted On Sep 18, 2007
I have a 20month old grandson and a 6 month old granddaughter.  You'd better believe their laughing puts a smile on my face and brightens up my entire day.

 
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Posted On Sep 19, 2007
Laughter is good for the soul plus a way of building up the immune system, if we laughed as much as these children we would be a healthier nation

 
 
 
Posted On Sep 19, 2007
I love the kid laughing at something as simple as ripping paper. Think of all the money they saved on toys! I got a good chuckle out of the video as did my work cubbie roomate as I shared it with her. The dad was obviously enjoying himself as well. A+ video.

 
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Posted On Sep 19, 2007
Laughter truly is the best medicine!


 
 
 
Posted On Sep 19, 2007
Joyful babies laughing may be the closest thing we have to "the meaning of life". 

 
Craig Wilcox
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Posted On Sep 19, 2007
Isn't it contagious? What fun to take a giggle break!

 
Magnolia
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Posted On Sep 18, 2007
Every Tuesday and Wednesday evening I make it a point to watch " Just for Laughs" It's a Canadian based show with no talking. The skits are self explanatory and aimed to elicit laughter for an hour each evening.

 
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Vicki Marie
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Posted On Sep 19, 2007
Arizona, I love this show! I get my kids to watch it with me so we can enjoy some fun family time together :)

 
 
 
 
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