Comedian Judy Croon on finding more laughter to boost the immune system
Judy Croon is a comedian, motivational speaker (including Ted Talks), radio host, Second City stand up coach and author.
She has worked with many celebrities including; John Cleese, Jon Stewart and Joan Rivers. Her specials have appeared on NBC, CBS, CTV and The Comedy Network. She is a co-author of the book, ‘From the Stage to the Page: Life Lessons from Four Funny Ladies!”
Judy is also involved in a number of charitable causes, and as a dog lover, she dedicates a lot of time to helping dogs. She is based in Toronto.
Judy Croon inspires me. She is confident and poised. She has had done a number of cool things with cool people in her long career. She makes me laugh. Of course she does: she’s a comedian. But more than that, she is a powerful storyteller.
“Humour is a gift.” – Judy Croon
I interviewed Judy recently on Twitter Spaces, Twitter’s new live audio broadcasting feature, last month and she filled the space with laughter and wisdom. I had first met Judy when I had interviewed her years ago on Extraordinary Women TV. She had me in stitches, so to speak. We then stayed in touch on Facebook.
When my beloved Old English Sheepdog, Bob, passed away, and I was in acute grief, Judy reached out to me. It was at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and the beginning of what would become a challenging time for so many. Her kindness touched me.
But above all, Judy delivers an inspiring message for all to hear: Humour is a gift that can take us through hard times.
Studies show that laughter boosts the immune system. Laughter releases endorphins and serotonin.
Here are Judy’s top tips to help you find more laughter in your day:
- Find purpose. For Judy, it’s been her charity work.
- Get into the right brain: Watch funny videos, shows, Jerry Sienfeld jokes, Chris Rock, funny people, memes.
“Humour helps us move forward and get out of the grief.”
It also helps us make sense of the unknown.
“Stress is a major cause of most illnesses, and humour is an amazing way to relieve it. Studies have shown that when we are stressed, our brain shrinks. However, when we laugh, we relax; and when we relax, we learn. Humour helps to fight stress and keep a positive attitude -especially, in the face of change. Humour helps us lead healthier, happier and perhaps, even longer lives.” – Judy Croon
[Interview date: May 13, 2021]
*photo courtesy of Judy Croon
Shannon Skinner is an award-winning author, international speaker, broadcaster and travel writer. Watch Shannon’s interviews with Extraordinary Women at www.ExtraordinaryWomenTV.com.
