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                                            even helps us release Killer R Cells, “the  Jan Fowleris author of the best-selling book,
                              Submitted by  good guys.”  And apparently there is  “Hot Chocolate for Seniors”(winner of   na-
                               Jan Fowler   something about belly laughter which  tional & international awards); winner of Gold
            Jan Fowler                      massages and jiggles our major organs in  Halo Award from the So.California Motion
                                            such a way that the body is able to trigger  Picture Council for Outstanding Literary
        “A merry heart doeth good like a    its own pain-blocking endorphins.     Achievement; winner of First Place Excellence
       medicine, but a broken spirit drieth the                                   in Journalism Award (SPJ –Southern CA);
       bones.”  Proverbs 17:22                “Laughter is the shortest distance  Town & Gown “Phenomenal Woman”Award;
                                            between two people.”                  former television host & KSPA radio host of
        The question of how to age well is one  Victor Borge                      “Senior Living at its Best with Jan Fowler”;
       which millions of us have been asking for  Laughter happens to play a large role in  speaker, contributing author for“Savvy Women
       years.  And I do believe we now recognize  our personal relationships, love life, and  Revving Up for Success”;   founder of Starburst
       that aging well depends upon a       even enhances “mating.” In fact, many  Inspirations, Inc. 501(c) (3) nonprofit which
       combination of factors rather than any one  matchmaking and dating services report  supports Redlands Drug Court.
       in particular.                       that having a sense of humor ranks at the
                                            top of the list for most people who are        www.janfowler.com.  Jan welcomes
        We are now learning that in addition to  seeking a new mate.  Many men and  feedback and comments about her columns
       eating healthy foods and maintaining a  women are quick to point out that they are  and invites you to leave her a message on
       sensible exercise and sleep routine,  especially attracted to someone who  her website.
       triggers for happiness also include  laughs easily and laughs frequently.
       thinking good thoughts, experiencing fun
       and enjoyment, tapping into practical  And don’t we all know how laughter
       spirituality, finding purpose, and   can become contagious and spark an
       spending time with positive-minded   immediate emotional connection between
       people.                              people?  Even neuroscientist Robert
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       of well-being.                       whatever you can to help others laugh too.
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       trapped when difficult situations arise.  embracing the positives are among the  etc., but if you want an
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        I might add that one long term study  only free, fun, and have no negative side-
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