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To reserve your spot in the next Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training, send a deposit of $75 to
The Center of Joy. Contact thecenterofjoy@gmail.com for mailing info or make a payment via paypal here:
The Center of Joy. Contact thecenterofjoy@gmail.com for mailing info or make a payment via paypal here:
To "Be" and
"Live"
laughter is to:
(Some reflections from recent
CLYL trainees...)
laughter is to:
(Some reflections from recent
CLYL trainees...)
"Reconnect
with
the child in you."
"Free yourself from self-consciousness."
"Release emotions & stress."
"Let go; be in the moment."
"Engage in relationships without judgment, to share happiness, to touch and heal."
"Accept / choose joy."
"Be willing to become completely open and available and let go of predictable emotion."
"Be unrestricted and allow freedom to take over."
"Be an instrument of joy!"
"Dance with mischief."
"Freedom! Release!"
"Feel connected to all
through laughter."
"Be serene in your own skin."
"Free yourself from self-consciousness."
"Release emotions & stress."
"Let go; be in the moment."
"Engage in relationships without judgment, to share happiness, to touch and heal."
"Accept / choose joy."
"Be willing to become completely open and available and let go of predictable emotion."
"Be unrestricted and allow freedom to take over."
"Be an instrument of joy!"
"Dance with mischief."
"Freedom! Release!"
"Feel connected to all
through laughter."
"Be serene in your own skin."
the center of joy
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"The most wasted of all days is
one without laughter."
--e.e. cummings
--e.e. cummings
Current Laughter offerings include...
Providence Laughter Club
FREE! 2nd and 4th Tuesdays!
Laughter Yoga on the Phone
Laugh with me on the national "laugh line"!
Hasya (Laughter) Yoga Classes
Laugh, breathe and be merry!
Yoga de la Risa
Laughter Yoga in Spanish
World Laughter Day Celebrate WLD on the 1st Sunday in May!
Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training Become a certified Laughter Yoga Leader!
Find out more about Laughter Yoga and its benefits.
Or find Laughter Yoga related videos, web-links and quotes.
Discover the power of intentional laughter one on one through Center of Joy Coaching!
Request a copy of Rebecca's "Top Twelve Ways to be your own Center of Joy 2012"
Providence Laughter Club!
FREE! 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30pm
The mission of the Providence Laughter Club is to explore, nourish and share intentional laughter as a means of cultivating wellness, healing, playfulness and connection in ourselves and our communities. It is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious member-led group.
Club Location: The Providence Institute for
Contemplative Study & Natural Health
(Located just off 95 in the Jewelry District)
18 Imperial Place, 6A
Doors open at 7:15. Scroll to "ProvInstitute" to be
buzzed in and take elevator to the 6th floor.
6A is left and left again at the end of the hall...
This is a FREE Club, though donations to support the club’s
use of the space are welcome and appreciated.
Open to anyone interested in exploring and
sharing in the power of laughter!
Check out: Bubbles of Joy! The Levity Project's most recent video, featuring PLC members at sunrise! "May we all enjoy this moment."
Find out more about Laughter Yoga and its benefits.
Or find Laughter Yoga related videos, web-links and quotes.
World Laughter Day is celebrated throughout the world on the first Sunday of May.
WLD Rhode Island 2013: Mary McDonald of "Laughter Hours" facilitated a delightful celebration at River Island Park in Woonsocket.
WLD Providence 2011: About 35 folks celebrated in Lippitt Park. It was a fabulous event on a gorgeous day. Ages ranged from 2 years old to 83 years old!
WLD Providence 2010 celebrated with a world record breaking belly-chain laugh on the East Side YMCA lawn! Note official world record patches below. Or see the official video at the Universal Record Database.
Laughter Yoga on the Phone
Start your day with laughter, levity and play! Led by dedicated volunteer laughers Rebecca, Donna and Ellen, the Morning Levity Call happens 7 days a week at 8am (EST). Laugh with Rebecca on Sundays and Wednesdays!
The call is free other than your own long distance charges, if any. All calls last 20 minutes-- you can drop in for any or all.
That's me, laughing on the 8 am laugh line on the Providence River! I've called into the line from trains, airports, my bed, walking to class, in hotel exercise rooms, city parks and from at least fifteen different states!
The laugh line currently has 12 different calls every day. Other call times (all EST) include:
Hasya (Laughter) Yoga Classes
Laugh, breathe and be merry!
NOTE: Rebecca started the Providence Laughter Club in 2011. All other laughter classes are on hold until further notice. Private workshops and classes are still available.
Laughter is universal, easily accessible and "the best medicine" around. Yet most 21st century humans spend most of their time stressed out, stuck in their heads, and complaining. Experience instead the joy of connecting with others by laughing for no reason at all...
I also offer laughter yoga exercises and workshops in a variety of settings, including hospitals and law firms, schools and the state prison. If you would like more information about bringing Laughter Yoga to you, contact thecenterofjoy@gmail.com.
Find out more about Laughter Yoga and its benefits.
Or find Laughter Yoga related videos, web-links and quotes.
Already a yogi? Learn how laughter can deepen your spiritual practice here.
Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training
This is a two day Laughter-
Yoga Leader Certification course offered through Laughter Yoga International. For information about the next Rhode Island training, contact thecenterofjoy@gmail.com.
Why get certified in Laughter Yoga?
Who should participate in the Laughter Yoga Leader training?
Yoga de la Risa
Laughter Yoga in Spanish (English speakers welcome!)
thecenterofjoy@gmail.com
Start your day with laughter, levity and play! Led by dedicated volunteer laughers Rebecca, Donna and Ellen, the Morning Levity Call happens 7 days a week at 8am (EST). Laugh with Rebecca on Sundays and Wednesdays!
Call (712) 432-3900.
Code is 6071292#.
Code is 6071292#.
The call is free other than your own long distance charges, if any. All calls last 20 minutes-- you can drop in for any or all.
That's me, laughing on the 8 am laugh line on the Providence River! I've called into the line from trains, airports, my bed, walking to class, in hotel exercise rooms, city parks and from at least fifteen different states!
The laugh line currently has 12 different calls every day. Other call times (all EST) include:
6am, 7am (weekdays only) 8am, 9am, 10am, 11am, 12 noon, 8pm, 9pm (Mon. only), 10pm, 12 midnight (Mon, Wed, Fri only) and 1am.Go to "laughter on the phone" for more details.
Hasya (Laughter) Yoga Classes
Laugh, breathe and be merry!
NOTE: Rebecca started the Providence Laughter Club in 2011. All other laughter classes are on hold until further notice. Private workshops and classes are still available.
Laughter is universal, easily accessible and "the best medicine" around. Yet most 21st century humans spend most of their time stressed out, stuck in their heads, and complaining. Experience instead the joy of connecting with others by laughing for no reason at all...
"The laughter yoga class was amazing! It has really pushed me to live more positively and more merrily! I'm already laughing even more than I used to and I know I will continue." --Nathan T.
"I was absolutely amazed at the feeling of a deep intimate connection with total strangers through a simple laugh." --Derek C.
"It's the most connected to a group of people (strangers) that I've felt in ages! Thanks for reconnecting me." --Alanna G.
"Thank you! This was so fun and playful. I'm leaving the class still laughing." --Michele F.
I also offer laughter yoga exercises and workshops in a variety of settings, including hospitals and law firms, schools and the state prison. If you would like more information about bringing Laughter Yoga to you, contact thecenterofjoy@gmail.com.
“Quotes from my employees include: exhilarating, invigorating, beautiful, stress relieving, gratifying, energizing. It was a lot of fun and carried over a sense of group connection and fun with each other. Our staff has already asked, “When can we do it again?” -- David B. Green, Green & Greenberg, Counselors at Law
Find out more about Laughter Yoga and its benefits.
Or find Laughter Yoga related videos, web-links and quotes.
Already a yogi? Learn how laughter can deepen your spiritual practice here.
Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training
NEXT PROVIDENCE TRAINING:
Stay tuned for next date!
"Made a huge difference in my life!"
"Fabulous, enlightening, freeing!"
Stay tuned for next date!
"Made a huge difference in my life!"
"Fabulous, enlightening, freeing!"
Yoga Leader Certification course offered through Laughter Yoga International. For information about the next Rhode Island training, contact thecenterofjoy@gmail.com.
Why get certified in Laughter Yoga?
- You will learn all there is to know about this simple and delightful human expression.
- You will laugh more in two days than you ever have in your life-- just because you choose to-- and will discover from the inside out the power of this transformative practice.
- You will have plenty of opportunities to experience, talk about and practice delivering a wide variety of laughter yoga exercises.
- You will know Laughter Yoga inside and out-- from history and benefits to practical advice on leading others in laughter to working with kids and seniors to liability forms.
- You will be certified by Laughter Yoga International to lead laughter yoga all around the world.
- You will dramatically improve your ability to use laughter intentionally to support your own health and happiness.
- You will connect with other people interested in bringing more laughter and levity and light into their lives and into the world.
Quotes from recent trainees:
"Wonderful! Rebecca is an amazing teacher. Hope to continue this wonderful gift of laughter in my life and in the world. Thank you so much-- made a huge difference in my life!"
"Rebecca is a fantastic Laughter Yoga teacher. I loved the class. Can't wait to introduce Laughter Yoga to everyone who will listen...!"
"An awesome, fun filled weekend... great leadership with heart and soul. Makes me want to go straight home and share with others."
"This was truly a wonderful experience. I had noidea what to expect and had never even attended a laughter yoga class! This is a wonderful tool for life. Rebecca is amazing!"
"I loved this training. Rebecca is so playful, expressive, knowlegeable and down to earth. I had a blast yet felt very peaceful, relaxed and calm."
"Excellent and life changing! Great way to deal with a sense of hopelessness in the face of injustice. Frees up a sense of hope and optimism."
"Reawakened laughter in me and I can't wait to share with others, incorporate in my daily life and integrate into my professional consulting. Rebecca is a dedicated guide and teacher."
"A freeing experience that reframed the way I look at my life and the world."
"Rebecca's infectiouslaughter and fun yet gentle energy made this such a rewarding and transformative experience!"
"Exceptional! Laughter Yoga really IS unique."
"The training was so uplifting and fun-- and I didn't know I had such a full laugh! Wow, I surprised myself!"
"Amazing. Exceeded my high expectations!"
And this note arrived several months after a training:
Core themes of the training:
"I am happy and well and using Laughter Yoga every week in my group therapies and even with some individuals. . . I myself am happier and healthier, as my family (especially grandkids) will attest!"
The Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training gently guides you in the exploration of two principal themes:
- The skill and art of delivering successful and meaningful laughter yoga sessions to diverse folks in a variety of contexts; and
- What it means to "be" and "live" laughter in the world.
Who should participate in the Laughter Yoga Leader training?
- Anyone interested in learning more about laughter and laughter yoga; AND / OR
- Anyone interested in leading others (family, friends, colleagues, students, seniors, etc.) in laughter yoga; AND / OR
- Anyone interested in spending two days laughing for no reason with other amazing laughter yogis (!).
- Total cost of the training: $295.
- Early bird rate (1-3 weeks prior to training): $250.
- Early EARLY bird rate (4 or more weeks prior to training): $235.
- Two or more people registering together: $222 each.
- Payment plans
available.
To register for the next Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training, send a deposit of $75 to The Center of Joy. For more information and mailing address please email Rebecca at thecenterofjoy@gmail.com.
Or register via paypal here:
Yoga de la Risa
Laughter Yoga in Spanish (English speakers welcome!)
Venga a una clase bilingüe en la que podrás venir a reír sin razón alguna y practicar respiraciones yóguicas, obteniendo beneficios inmediatos:
- Haces
posturas fáciles y ejercicios que despiertan tu risa.
- Liberas
el estrés físico, mental y emocional.
- Encuentras la forma más divertida de llenar tu cuerpo con oxígeno y endorfinas.
Haga clic aquí para ver un video de una entrevista con mi amigo Luis hablando de los beneficios de Yoga de La Risa. Incluye una pequeña demostración. Jo Jo Ja Ja Ja!
Para más información, mande un email a:
Entrenamiento Certificacion de Yoga de la Risa
Cuernavaca, Mexico 2009
thecenterofjoy@gmail.com
Top 12 Ways to Be Your Own Center of Joy in 2012
Set the intention this year to be your very own Center of Joy. To receive
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Also available: Last year's "Top 11 Ways to Incorporate More Laughter in 2011". Commit to making this year a laughter filled year...
Set the intention this year to be your very own Center of Joy. To receive
Rebecca's "Top 12 for 2012" for FREE,
just fill out the information below. Also available: Last year's "Top 11 Ways to Incorporate More Laughter in 2011". Commit to making this year a laughter filled year...
