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What about self-deprecating humor? Can it help us feel better or does it only bum us out more? Enda Junkins says that it can help put things in perspective. "We tend to have issues in our face and when we can laugh about them they seem more like something we can cope with. An important thing to know is that laughter does not change our issues, it changes how we relate to them," Junkins points out.

Did you know laughter has long-term benefits for us too? When we're having negative thoughts, they translate to chemical reactions in our bodies, bringing more stress into our systems. That decreases our immunity. But laughter and positive thoughts release neuropeptides and fight stress, potentially warding off some serious illnesses.

Overall, laughter just increases our mood. When we're happier, we have better self-esteem, make friends easier, and cope with difficult situations better. Endorphins are the body's natural pain relievers, so they can help mask minor aches and cramps. Truly, laughter is the best medicine!