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The Science of Joy & Wellness
Good vibes aren't just feelings—they're measurable, documented science. Here's what decades of research tells us about laughter, creativity, and connection.
Good vibes aren't just feelings—they're measurable, documented science. Here's what decades of research tells us about laughter, creativity, and connection.
Blood vessel dilation improvement from laughter
NIH Study, 2005
Published studies on laughter therapy benefits
PubMed Database
Of teen suicides potentially preventable via ACEs intervention
CDC Research, 2024
Of people can build resilience at any age
Harvard Study
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Laughter isn't just good medicine—it's measurable medicine.
Research published in the Medical Hypotheses journal and indexed by the National Institutes of Health found that laughter causes the release of β-endorphins, which activate μ3 opiate receptors on vascular endothelium. This triggers nitric oxide release—the same mechanism behind many cardiovascular medications.
Blood vessel improvement
"Laughter is no joke—it affects your cardiovascular system with measurable benefits."
— Study Authors
Source: Tan SA, et al. (2005). "Modulation of distressful emotions with mirthful laughter." Medical Hypotheses. PMC2814549. View on NIH →
One of the world's most respected medical institutions confirms the benefits.
Laughter enhances your intake of oxygen-rich air, stimulates your heart, lungs, and muscles, and increases the endorphins released by your brain.
A good laugh fires up and then cools down your stress response, increasing and then decreasing your heart rate and blood pressure, leaving you relaxed.
Laughter can stimulate circulation and aid muscle relaxation, both of which help reduce some of the physical symptoms of stress.
Negative thoughts can manifest into chemical reactions that affect your body by bringing more stress. Positive thoughts release neuropeptides that help fight stress and illness.
Source: Mayo Clinic Staff. (2023). "Stress relief from laughter? It's no joke." Read on Mayo Clinic →
Understanding trauma helps us understand healing. CDC research shows these experiences are common, connected, and preventable.
Adverse childhood experiences are more common than most people realize. This includes abuse, neglect, household dysfunction, and community violence.
Research suggests that addressing ACEs through protective factors could prevent nearly 9 out of 10 teen suicide attempts.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024). "About Adverse Childhood Experiences." Read on CDC →
Harvard's Center on the Developing Child has transformative news: resilience can be built at any age.
Resilience can be strengthened at ANY age—your brain remains plastic throughout life
Learning to cope with stress is how we grow—this is how resilience is built
Connection is not optional—supportive relationships are the #1 factor in resilience
Yes, fun is actually important—play helps develop coping and problem-solving skills
Harvard Research
Center on the Developing Child
30+ Years of Research
Source: Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University. (2015-2025). "A Guide to Resilience." Read on Harvard →
We're not therapists. We're not pretending to be. But we believe small moments of joy matter.
"We're the friend who makes you laugh, the art that makes you think, and the community that reminds you that you're not alone."
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