One of the most cheerful and joyful holidays has been on January 24 for more than 15 years. Belly Laugh Day was established specifically so that people can have fun from the heart and forget about problems and difficulties at least for a day. Laughter not only improves mood and replenishes positive energy but also prolongs life.
History
The idea to celebrate Belly Laugh Day came to yoga teacher Elaine Helle in 2005. One day she thought about the fact that people do not appreciate the importance of laughter at all. There are many philosophical works on the importance of love, mutual understanding, and respect in life, but neither scientists nor psychologists have recently mentioned the importance of hearty laughter.
The first to describe the value of laughter in life was the ancient Greek writer Herodotus. Ramon Mora Ripoll conducted research for a long time and concluded that laughter can cure some diseases. This applies not only to nervous disorders but also to infectious diseases. A few minutes of hearty laughter can energize a person for several hours.
Interesting Facts
- Cheerful people are less prone to cardiovascular disease. According to the latest data from the American Research Center, a gloomy person is 40% more likely to suffer from heart problems.
- On average, 6-year-olds laugh over 300 times a day.
- Fifteen minutes of hearty laughter burns the same number of calories as a 100-gram chocolate bar.
- Scientists have calculated that if a person laughs heartily for 15 minutes a day, they will prolong their life by a year.
- The gloomiest people are the population of the Scandinavian countries, while the most cheerful and smiling are the Brazilians and Cubans.
How to Celebrate
Take the time to watch a good comedy that will make you laugh until you have stomach cramps. If you prefer, the film can be replaced by reading a funny book.
Host a joke contest during your lunch break at work. After 30-40 minutes of laughter, the second half of the working day will pass much easier and faster.
If possible, visit a circus performance. Clowns will not let you get bored, and their jokes will entertain both children and adults.
Celebrate this day with friends. You can hold a competition for the funniest or most curious situation in life or just remember the fun moments you have experienced together.
When is Belly Laugh Day in 2025?
Belly Laugh Day is observed on January 24 each year.
Observations
Weekday | Month | Day | Year |
Friday | January | 24 | 2025 |
Saturday | January | 24 | 2026 |
Sunday | January | 24 | 2027 |
Monday | January | 24 | 2028 |
Wednesday | January | 24 | 2029 |