Laughter Yoga and Difficult Conversations
Thu Mar 21, 2:30 PM - Thu Mar 21, 3:30 PM

Laughter Yoga and Difficult Conversations
March 21, 2:30-3:30 pm
Presented by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
Sarasota Art Museum, Ringling College Museum Campus, 1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
FREE (pre-registration required) | 941-309-5111 • olliringlingcollege.org
Session 1: Did you know that as children we laugh over 300 times a day but as adults, we laugh only 30 times a day? Scientific studies indicate that laughter may have medically beneficial effects, particularly on cardiovascular health and mood. “Laughter Wellness” is a practice involving prolonged voluntary laughter. It is based on the belief that voluntary laughter provides the same physiological and psychological benefits as spontaneous laughter. You won’t want to miss this hysterical experience that will heighten your awareness of the therapeutic and restorative values of joy and laughter.
Session 2: No one wants to have “that” conversation and often we avoid speaking up because we don’t know where to start or how to bring it up. In this session, you will learn how to approach a difficult conversation and break down the barriers to create a space for empathy and understanding. You will also learn how to use tools to ask and respond to those difficult questions.