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Laughter Friends

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Laughter Yoga instructor Laura Gentry invites children to join in on the experience of Laughter Yoga. In the video 20 children -- boys and girls of various ages (from pre-school to approx. 12-years-old) participate in laughter yoga exercises. The group activities involve movement and sound. What could be better than getting exercise, feeling better, and interacting with others? This is natural for young children who love to play, act silly, dance and sing...but some older children become inhibited and embarrassed...(and that kind of attitude can dampen the rest of our lives!) This video is a great reminder to get up and move and interact and laugh. It can be used like a workout video or as activities to incorporate with your own children. I am a bit of a quiet, introspective person and it is not my usual routine to be exuberant and noisy and interactive -- however I came away with higher energy and a positive outlook when I allowed myself time to be silly and to laugh.

Last summer I participated in a twelve-day young-adult gathering where Laura Gentry led the group in daily laughter sessions. It became one of the highlights of the gathering. I enjoyed the exercises so much that I bought the DVD to share with my adult friends, and to use as an icebreaker. It makes me laugh every time I play it.

I purchased Laughter Friends as a Valentine for my 5 grandchildren ages 2-7 (2 families). They all enjoyed it and had fun joining in the activity. It makes a great gift.

My 8 & 10 year old children have enjoyed this video tremendously! (One can't help but giggle even while listening to it from the other room ~ hahahha!) Kids will get their insides jiggling from laughter, leaving them refreshed & happy (and they sleep better too!). We love it!
Jen C.

Shared your kids video with a severe autistic boy at LY session yesterday. It made him laugh and smile. Big breakthrough. He usually just keeps his head down - this helped to engage and delight him. Thanks

My daughter loves this DVD. She was about 2.5 years old when she first saw it. Today, she is about 3.5 years old and she still loves it! Normally, she was shy and very reserved when it came to dancing, or doing anything physical (in front of others). But, she seemed to really like this DVD. From the first day that she saw it, she was up and moving and laughing in no time! It was fun to watch her involved with this. I am also quite reserved and shy. Laura's DVD got me up and moving too! I enjoyed her catchy tunes and my daughter did too. I think that my daughter felt safe because there were many children on the DVD. She seemed to be intrigued with this. Also, I know, from my own (limited) studies in neuropsychology, that laughing is healthy for the body! I realized that it was healthy for my toddler if I turned on the DVD and just went through the motions, sang and laughed. Even if she doesn't do it with me, she seems to relax just by watching me. Thanks, Laura, for your fun, healthy and engaging DVD!

Watching these joyful children do laughter yoga with instructor Laughing Laura is good for the heart - no matter what your age. Get a couple of copies - you are going to want to share this one with your children's friends, and your nieces and nephews too!

As a physician, I see how much stress there is in the lives of children these days. This DVD is a refreshing experience, that gets children and fun-loving adults moving and feeling happy. It is contagious! This is a GREAT GIFT idea for all those birthday parties your kids are invited too- no more shopping for plastic things that fall apart right away! My daughter even shared it with her Kindergarten class. The teacher loved it!

So Much fun for all ages!
I had a ball of joy with our 5 children ages 4-10.
They all got into it! Laughter is contagious and this dvd got us dancing and laughing to the easy to catch onto songs. Not only did we laugh but we shared precious time together.
The songs are well written, the packaging professional and Laura Shines as a Laughter leader.
This Dvd is a blessing to our family.

Wow, what a fantastic DVD! Laura Gentry's Laughing Friends is a real hit with kids--and adults who like to have fun! This DVD motivates kids to exercise,laugh and be creative together. I highly recommend this DVD for parents, educators, day care providers and anyone who works with children.