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Dick Van Dyke (of Mary Poppins fame) is now 100 years old, says that staying positive and not holding onto anger is the secret to staying young - and science seems to agree.

Studies show that optimistic people can live around 11 to 15 percent longer, and in some cases even up to 10 years more.

So today, we’re diving into the power of humour, joy, and a positive mindset.

We’re asking: what genuinely makes you laugh no matter your mood? Who are the people that always lift your spirits? And just how important is humour when you’re having a tough day?

We’ll explore whether laughter can really improve your wellbeing, share the jokes and moments that have stuck with us for years, and talk about our go-to ways to cheer ourselves up.

00:01:22 - Intro
00:02:02 - The Good News: Gila's new electric wheelchair
00:06:54 - What makes us laugh every time, no matter the mood?
00:14:14 - Who makes us laugh?
00:18:38 - How important is humour when we're having a tough day?
00:22:14 - Can humour make us laugh and cry at the same time?
00:27:37 - Final Thoughts

Project Managers: Andrea Rai & Phil Powell
Editor: Phil Powell

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Theme Music: Rastko Rasic & the students of Community FocusOther Music: Jazzy Frenchy by ⁠⁠⁠Benjamin Tissot