Laughter really is the best medicine. A good bout of jolly laughter can benefit you and those around you in more ways than you even know. Since the holidays are a great time to laugh with family and friends, here’s some information on the therapeutic effects of laughter.

This festive season it is important not to cram too much on your plate. And we don’t mean turkey and stuffing. This time of year, many people try to do too much, try to please too many people, try to buy too much, and expect too much out of others. Keep your sanity! Here’s some holiday survival strategies from the experts: