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GNP - Is this laughter the best medicine?

Thursday, August 9, 2007

Lets all take a break from the daily drudge of the world news and get some badly needed therapy. Sit back, relax and watch this video:



I personally found the silent laughter technique to be most effective, especially considering my cubicle-based work environment. I wouldn't want anyone to think I'm crazy or anything. Silent laughter is clearly the best remedy for a rude co-worker or an obnoxious boss.

On the other hand, if you're in the middle of an argument with your spouse and you really need to release some stress, the cackling, annoying laugh would be my suggested route.

You see, it would serve a two-fold benefit. Number one, it would help let off some steam and defuse the tension and number two it would really really annoy the heck out of your spouse, especially when done directly in their face.

Yaaay for Laughing Yoga Man!

And for those of you who don't speak Desi English, the man's repeating 'I'm happy, I'm relaxed'. So when you're practicing this technique, be sure to try your best to replicate the Desi accent - that'll definitely enhance your experience.

Now, don't you feel better already?

How does this qualify for a Good News Post, you may ask. The good news is that the Yoga dude is NOT a Muslim. God knows we have enough wierdos among our ranks. Let's all breathe a sigh of relief for that great blessing! Can I get an 'Alhamdul-Allah!'??

Thursday, August 09, 2007 | Labels: Good News Post, Humor |  

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3 comments:

Unknown said...

oh my god is this serious?! i dont know if its the trend setting gold gown, that hideous laughter (sounds more like a dying bird) or the fact that this is supposed to be serious!

August 9, 2007 at 7:08 AM
Anonymous said...

Rabia, I think it's all three! I personally found it entertaining and couldn't help wondering if it would be haraam for a Muslim guy to wear the gay robe! :-) I agree with Naeem that the silent laughter works the best!

August 9, 2007 at 8:14 PM
Naeem: said...

Rabia, Sahra: Yeah, you guys are right...this guy is really serious.

And if you find that his therapy is actually helping you, you can proceed to the next step, Answering phones while doing Yoga:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJKsbma10-A

Yes, its true, I have WAY too much time on my hand! :-)

August 11, 2007 at 7:35 AM

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