Indian tradition already had different types of Yoga: Raja Youga, Jinani Yoga, Hata Yoga, Bakti Yoga and so on.

Then the __western New Age marketing machine__ contributed creating many new typologies of it, mainly to sell some DVDs and lessons and to put a trademark on these new methods.

But the Yoga I want to introduce to you here is really hilarious and creative!
### It's called Laughing Yoga and you can see a demonstration here by Yogi Ramesh Padney ###
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dpNS2l7jNs
_it's a three minute video and believe me, it's worth watching_

### There's scientific proof of the benefits of Laughter ###
* helps to decrease stress hormones
* reinforces the immune system
* lowers blood pressure and improves cardiac health
* triggers the release of endorphins
* can even help to tone the abs

The problem with our society is that laughter is considered inappropriate in many situations, and it's welcomed only in specific moments and situations.

__People tend to have a dignified and severe attitude when they need to look reliable and to be accepted in their work environments and social interactions.__

### The inability to enjoy life and consumerism ###
Modern society is so focused on many unnecessary needs and unattainable standards that gaining joy and balance became quite hard. __The best consolation for sadness and dissatisfaction became going out for shopping, having an exotic holiday or buying a new car or a finding a new partner.__

http://www.memecreator.org/static/images/templates/1321291.jpg
_image from [memecreator.org](http://www.memecreator.org/template/crying-woman)_

We are easily disappointed by many silly inconveniences and we are too stressed to face our not so vital problems.  __At the end of the day, shopping and consumerism gives us only a short-term satisfaction.__

### Why we don't see depression in poor countries? ###
The less you have, the more you will enjoy.  __Just being alive and healthy should be worth smiling!__

http://www.rivergambiaexpedition.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/kids_smiling2-kembujeh_gambia__dsf9271_sm.jpg
_image from [rivergambiaexpedition.com](http://www.rivergambiaexpedition.com/tag/kids/)_

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