Lee-Jean Fung hails from Johor Bahru, Malaysia, and has retired as a pharmacist after dedicating over 35 years to the pharmacy service industry. In August 2008, she received training from Dr. Madan Kataria and became a Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher (CLYT) in Melbourne, Australia. In 2022, she made history as the first Laughter Yoga Master Trainer in Malaysia. Lee-Jean is also the visionary fo...

I work as a medical assistant to a gynecologist and am also a dedicated mother to my two girls. Laughter Yoga has become my most effective and enjoyable way to recharge and uplift my spirits. I adore this playful exercise routine because it requires no equipment or specific space. Engaging in Laughter Yoga allows me to break free from my structured, sometimes overly concerned mindset as ...

Carla H Brown USA: My journey began in Sacramento, California, USA. In my 20s and 30s, I endured several serious illnesses, including physical paralysis and sepsis caused by high stress levels. By 2008, I found myself in a familiar state of despair and hopelessness. Recognizing the potential for depression to take hold, I knew I needed relief. Even though my life felt devoid of humor and laughter ...

Madhav Mhaske, a certified Laughter Yoga teacher and Laughter Ambassador from Thane, a bustling city in Mumbai, began his journey with Laughter Yoga in 1992 when he developed severe spondylitis in his cervical and lumbar regions. Despite regular yoga training, the pain persisted. In 1998, he attended a Laughter Yoga session in Mumbai. The 35-minute session not only provided relief but also introdu...

Bill and Linda, from Boston, Massachusetts, are a remarkable couple who have dedicated themselves to the practice of Laughter Yoga. They are Certified Laughter Yoga Master Trainers. Linda’s Journey: Finding Hope in Laughter Yoga Linda found herself plunged into a profound state of depression after receiving an email from her daughter, stating that she no longer wanted any contact with ...

From Navy Commodore to Laughter Yoga Advocate Ashok Sawhney, originally from New Delhi, India, joined the Indian Navy in 1973, embarking on a remarkable career that spanned 36 years, culminating in his retirement as a Commodore in 2008. Ashok's fondness for laughter began when he watched an episode of the popular TV show Satyameva Jayate in October 2014, hosted by renowned Bollywood actor Aam...

Kay Wararuk Su is a master trainer of Laughter Yoga, born in the scenic town of Chiang Rai, Thailand. Her journey into the realm of Laughter Yoga commenced with the initial intention of utilizing it as a training tool in corporate settings. Her aim was to alleviate stress among employees, but she soon discovered that it brought immense joy to those who participated. As she delved deeper into the p...

A Challenging Beginning: Kimiyo Maki Kawakami is  master trainer from Japan, Her journey with Laughter Yoga began with a challenging situation when her mother suffered a stroke in her early 50s, resulting in paralysis and aphasia. For the past two decades, she had been living with her disabled husband, who relied on crutches. When both of her parents became disabled, Maki had a two-year-old d...

Cynthia Paris hails from the scenic Midwest area of the United States. She stumbled upon the concept of Laughter Yoga. Intrigued by the idea, she decided to attend a session and was elated to discover a simple yet effective way to rekindle her own laughter. Not long after her initial encounter, she had the incredible opportunity to receive training in Laughter Yoga directly from Dr. Kataria himsel...

A Journey into Laughter Yoga: Alexa Fong Drubay, based in Philadelphia, is a Certified Laughter Yoga Master Trainer with a deep passion for spreading joy and promoting well-being through laughter. Her journey into Laughter Yoga began during a family reunion, where her cousin, Melanie Rudolph, a Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher, introduced her to the practice. Instantly captivated by the e...

Laura Gentry, USA: A few days after my mother’s hip replacement surgery, she reported some unusual symptoms to my dad, who took her to the emergency room. There, they discovered she had a life-threatening aortic aneurysm and the decision was made to transport her by medflight to a nearby hospital for emergency heart surgery. As we anxiously awaited the outcome of her operation, I called t...

Anika Elisabetta Luceri Italy: In 2022, I, underwent a challenging dental extraction due to an infected tooth. Having previously had an adverse reaction to medicine, I approached the surgery with considerable fear and anxiety, exacerbated by several sleepless nights and intense, unrelenting pain. On the day of the surgery, the medical team warmly acknowledged my fears, guiding me gently through...