Under the warm sun of a Sunday afternoon in late spring, San Lorenzo, a charming village in the Municipality of San Lorenzo, transformed into a vibrant hub of joy and camaraderie. The occasion? The International Day of Laughter, an annual event celebrated worldwide to spread laughter and its numerous therapeutic benefits.

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• The event was organized by the Pro Loco di San Lorenzo 2024, a young and eager local association, in collaboration with the Terra Madre Association.
• Guiding the laughter sessions was Anna Elisa Meliadò, a dynamic Yoga of Laughter trainer and ambassador, who led the participants with enthusiasm and skill.
• The event was sponsored by Francesco Picone, the extraordinary commissioner of the Municipality of Laurentino, with adhesions from various neighboring towns such as Benestare, Bova, Carere, and Brancaleone.
• The initiative was held in the name of “peace, joy, and kindness – and working for the good of all”, as highlighted by the President of Pro Loco San Lorenzo 2024, Francesca Pizzi.

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Laughter is a gesture of opening, of trust towards others. It is a disarming act, devoid of defences, which cancels social distances. Often genuinely laughter is irresistible and contagious.

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The therapeutic force of laughter was evident as participants shared stories of genuine relief and improved mood. Laughter, as a universal language, fosters empathy and connection, creating a sense of unity among people from diverse backgrounds.