Laughing for the Health of It: A Daily Practice to Reset Your Nervous System with Cathy Nesbitt

What if joy isn’t something you wait for—but something you practice? In this episode, Cathy “the Laughing Bean Queen” Nesbitt shows how intentional laughter can quickly shift your state when life feels heavy.

This conversation is for anyone feeling stressed, tense, isolated, or emotionally worn down. You’ll learn how laughter supports breath, presence, and resilience—without pretending everything is fine—and how to start a simple daily “dose” at home.

About the Guest:

Cathy Nesbitt (kathysclub.com) is known as the “Laughing Bean Queen” and has run a worm composting business for 24 years. Introduced to laughter yoga in 2012, she now leads a free weekly Laughter Club.

Episode Chapter:

• 00:04:35 — Choosing joy when the world feels heavy

• 00:05:42 — When laughter became intentional (and changed everything)

• 00:08:06 — Why “fake” laughter still works in the body

• 00:10:38 — Permission to play: laughing without denying reality

• 00:15:17 — Breath, nervous system reset, and practical stress relief

• 00:20:41 — The mirror method: smile, self-hug, and Ho’oponopono

Key Takeaways:

• Treat laughter like a daily practice—small, consistent doses beat “one and done.”

• Use laughter to trigger deeper breathing and bring yourself back to the present.

• When you feel stressed, pause, inhale, and laugh briefly to reset before reacting.

• Start with a mirror routine: smile, add a gentle giggle, and offer yourself kindness.

• Try Ho’oponopono in the mirror: “I love you. I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you.”

• Choose connection: laughter with others helps reduce isolation and softens reactivity.

How to Connect With the Guest:

Website: https://cathysclub.com Free Laughter Club: Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time (30 minutes)

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