God Said, “Let There Be Laughter”
And God said, "Let there be laughter,
Joyful noises now and hereafter.
Let there be funny sounds of all sorts,
Chuckles, chortles, titters, and snorts."
"Let there be whispers and shouts of elation
Expressed and enjoyed by all of creation,
All kinds of people, simple and scholars,
Smooth and wrinkled, with pennies and dollars."
"Let there be echoes in bellows of mirth
That cry for peace among nations on earth.
Let there be found through things that cheer
Hope that will wipe away every tear."
Thus we have giggles, ha-has, and guffaws
To keep in perspective our fumbles and flaws,
Lift our spirits, ease our pain,
Relate to others, and keep us sane.
We can all choose how to use this gift;
Abuse or amuse, put down or uplift,
Make walls or bridges, reject or enjoy,
Exclude or include, bring sorrow or joy.
Wondering minds might consider this
A treasure or even a taste of bliss,
For hurts are forgotten, troubles take flight,
Fears are stilled, and burdens are light.
A glimpse of heaven? What do you spy
In the face of laughter and the twinkle of an eye?
Some will say this is irreverent or delirious.
Some just may be a little too serious!
~ Nels Cremean
And God said, "Let there be laughter,
Joyful noises now and hereafter.
Let there be funny sounds of all sorts,
Chuckles, chortles, titters, and snorts."
"Let there be whispers and shouts of elation
Expressed and enjoyed by all of creation,
All kinds of people, simple and scholars,
Smooth and wrinkled, with pennies and dollars."
"Let there be echoes in bellows of mirth
That cry for peace among nations on earth.
Let there be found through things that cheer
Hope that will wipe away every tear."
Thus we have giggles, ha-has, and guffaws
To keep in perspective our fumbles and flaws,
Lift our spirits, ease our pain,
Relate to others, and keep us sane.
We can all choose how to use this gift;
Abuse or amuse, put down or uplift,
Make walls or bridges, reject or enjoy,
Exclude or include, bring sorrow or joy.
Wondering minds might consider this
A treasure or even a taste of bliss,
For hurts are forgotten, troubles take flight,
Fears are stilled, and burdens are light.
A glimpse of heaven? What do you spy
In the face of laughter and the twinkle of an eye?
Some will say this is irreverent or delirious.
Some just may be a little too serious!
~ Nels Cremean
Soundtrack: Reel de Sainte Anne
| Jennifer Duffy - Chignecto Bay area, NS - DawnStar Mar '08 |
| Laughing at (or making fun of) someone; their mistakes, speech, customs, beliefs, looks, dreams and hopes, their expressions and habits etc, is one of the most vicious forms of human cruelty one person can do to another. It cuts very deep – and inflicts lasting hurt and pain: negative – destructive & mean; the ultimate rejection. Laughing with someone is shared pathos: constructive, healing – connectedness - bonding. Keep smiling; people will wonder what you're up to! |
Good Medicine
The pharmacist walks into the store to find a guy leaning heavily
against a wall. He asks the clerk, "What's with that guy over
there by the wall?"
The blonde clerk responds: "Well, he came in here this morning
to get something for his cough. I couldn't find the cough syrup,
so I gave him an entire bottle of laxative."
The pharmacist yells: "You idiot! You can't treat a cough with a
laxative!"
The clerk responds, "Of course you can! Look at him, he's afraid
to cough."
The pharmacist walks into the store to find a guy leaning heavily
against a wall. He asks the clerk, "What's with that guy over
there by the wall?"
The blonde clerk responds: "Well, he came in here this morning
to get something for his cough. I couldn't find the cough syrup,
so I gave him an entire bottle of laxative."
The pharmacist yells: "You idiot! You can't treat a cough with a
laxative!"
The clerk responds, "Of course you can! Look at him, he's afraid
to cough."
| Laughter |
The Wonders of Laughter
Laughter is the physiological response to humour: contagious, really quick, & automatic.
What lies at the heart of most humour and attaches an abstract meaning to it - is how
quickly our brain recognizes incongruity - that determines whether we laugh or not.
Much of what enters our consciousness everyday is fear-based: bad for our mental
and physical health. Life has become far too serious for most people.
Many religions have also conditioned us into believing that silence and seriousness are
a necessary, integral part of our life, giving you messages that life is not fun.
When you are lonely, unhappy, feeling self-pity, or like a victim, your thoughts take you
deeper into despair and desperation. The more you feel these emotions and reinforce
your negative thoughts, the more the universe provides experiences to support your
consciousness (the Law of Attraction).
A Healing Power: there is a mind/body connection – and laughter is a cheap, effective,
natural, and enjoyable healing mode (laugh lines look better than frown lines).
Lighten Up: children laugh up to 400 times a day on the average - adults laugh only 15
times each day. Which is puzzling since laughter feels so good and is so good for you!
Laughter:
We Laugh because it is a gesture of shared relief at the passing of danger, and the
relaxation that results from a bout of laughter inhibits the biological fight-or-flight
response, laughter indicates trust in your companions.
Laughter is related to making and strengthening human connections. Laughter occurs
when people are comfortable with one another, when they feel open and free. And the
more laughter there is; the more bonding occurs within the group.
In an embarrassing or threatening situation, laughter serves as a conciliatory gesture or
as a way to deflect anger. If the threatening/embarrassed person joins the laughter, the
risk of confrontation/or embarrassment decreases.
Laughter is the physiological response to humour: contagious, really quick, & automatic.
What lies at the heart of most humour and attaches an abstract meaning to it - is how
quickly our brain recognizes incongruity - that determines whether we laugh or not.
Much of what enters our consciousness everyday is fear-based: bad for our mental
and physical health. Life has become far too serious for most people.
Many religions have also conditioned us into believing that silence and seriousness are
a necessary, integral part of our life, giving you messages that life is not fun.
When you are lonely, unhappy, feeling self-pity, or like a victim, your thoughts take you
deeper into despair and desperation. The more you feel these emotions and reinforce
your negative thoughts, the more the universe provides experiences to support your
consciousness (the Law of Attraction).
A Healing Power: there is a mind/body connection – and laughter is a cheap, effective,
natural, and enjoyable healing mode (laugh lines look better than frown lines).
Lighten Up: children laugh up to 400 times a day on the average - adults laugh only 15
times each day. Which is puzzling since laughter feels so good and is so good for you!
Laughter:
- benefits your mind and spirit
- helps you physically
- aids your breathing
- can even help clear mucus from your lungs
- is good for your heart.
- helps your immune system fight off colds, flu and sinus problems etc
- helps control pain by raising the levels of certain brain chemicals (endorphins).
- is a natural stress reliever.
We Laugh because it is a gesture of shared relief at the passing of danger, and the
relaxation that results from a bout of laughter inhibits the biological fight-or-flight
response, laughter indicates trust in your companions.
Laughter is related to making and strengthening human connections. Laughter occurs
when people are comfortable with one another, when they feel open and free. And the
more laughter there is; the more bonding occurs within the group.
In an embarrassing or threatening situation, laughter serves as a conciliatory gesture or
as a way to deflect anger. If the threatening/embarrassed person joins the laughter, the
risk of confrontation/or embarrassment decreases.
MorningStar for people
To submit comments, requests or materials,
contact me at outreach@dawncoveabbey.org
contact me at outreach@dawncoveabbey.org
For empowerment workshops, seminars and lectures, see: http://www.dawncoveabbey.org/healing-circle
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MorningStar Inspiration from Dawn Cove Abbey
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MorningStar Inspiration from Dawn Cove Abbey
Article, haiku, humour and poem contributions are welcomed, and gratefully received
Layout & Design by DawnStar
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