Especially for a Monday morning. In case you don't want to read the full article here's the short pointy bit, laughing is very good for you: Laughing also helps to break down stress hormones and build up hormones associated with happiness. And laughing helps to increase the immune defences in the bloodstream, including those that help the body protect itself from cancer and heart disease. The antibody-containing immunoglobulin in ... Read full entry

Interesting article about pets in the workplace by Debra Wierenga. But the benefits to employers who let workers bring their furry friends to the office extend beyond a healthier and more relaxed staff. The APPMA survey found that pets in the workplace improve employee morale and camaraderie, reduce absenteeism, and promote willingness to work overtime. Ninety-six percent of the pet-friendly companies surveyed said ... Read full entry

It was really the invention of the electric light bulb that precipitated a decline in sleeping hours since it became possible to stay up till all hours reading or even working. Add 24 hour television, and then the internet to the mix, and we're rapidly becoming a sleep deprived lot. According to a recent study, American adults are sleeping on average less than seven hours a night - down ... Read full entry