A Little Bit of Comic Relief by Wendy H. Jones
Type 'quotes on laughter' into a google search and you will get more than you ever bargained for. Well maybe not, this is google after all. The healing properties of laughter are well documented in the medical literature. A jewish Proverb says "But," I hear you say. "We're talking of writing here. What of that?" Good Point. The benefits to writers are twofold. Firstly when you laugh the brain releases a number of chemicals that relieve stress, reduce pain and make you feel good about yourself. Aint the body a wonderful thing? I can assure you if you feel good about yourself your writing is going to flow better. Another benefit to writers is that you can use it in your writing. Humour can be used in most fiction books to provide moments of light relief. Even in the most high-octane book a little humour can be sprinkled in. This allows the reader to relax and draw breath. Some fun facts about humour that might give you inspiration ...