Welcome to August 2020

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In August News we share the following…

A Simmering Thought from Yours Truly
Stonewall – acceptance without exception
The Soul Camp – corporate glamping and festivals
More Impromptu Conversations
Introduction to Laughter Therapy 8 August 2020
Remember For You on YouTube
Laughter Yoga Training Online and dates
Secure your Laughter Yoga and Laughter Therapist training

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A few videos and places to listen and look…

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A Simmering Thought from Yours Truly

We are heading into the unknown with our laughter.

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Slowly the startup of laughter clubs in parks is changing the scene and the conversation of when we will be back to sharing laughter in person is an ongoing and unfolding tale of transforming our ways.

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There are continuously events streaming through online space and new bookings are not slowing down.

The online laughter events are staying!

I run training, workshops, conferences and laughter clubs online – this is the new era of laughter events. Although I have been running online training for 10 years the past months have certainly inspired a spike in Zoom’ing, Google’ing and Microsoft’ing shared laughter.

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Life happenened, still does, and it is opening up again with caution and care. We simply need to adapt and adopt new ways to move forward.

When we grab the opportunities around us, we touch on amazing ideas and connect with people who make a real difference.

In July I launched a series of Impromptu Conversations, not so impromptu as they were all planned in advance, however, the people behind Laughter Yoga in Serbia, Mexico, Japan, Brazil, Australia, Canada and the UK are outstanding change makers.

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We all have a story to tell and a serious passion for transforming lives. In addition we have made it our business to make it happen!

There is an overall message coming through to me from my conversations with all these awesome people, never be afraid of your own grand plan and never stop yourself from fear of not making it happen.

Together we make space even bigger as our laughter tones into the distance!

Love, Laughter and Peace

Laughter Yoga Master Trainer Lotte Mikkelsen

Stonewall – acceptance without exception

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Many things have happened over the past many months and we still face challenges affecting many lives.

I wanted to be a proper support for the community that is a great part of my life through work and friendships instead of just waving ‘yay’ or ‘nay’ from the comfort of my sofa.

Stonewall’s values line up perfectly with my own personal and professional ethos about being passionate and standing up for what I believe, empowerment and transformation.

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Stonewall is Britain’s leading charity for lesbian, gay, bi and trans equality, working to create a world where every single person can be accepted without exception.

It was founded in 1989 by a small group of people who wanted to break down barriers to equality.

Stonewall continues to campaign and lobby government to change laws to ensure everyone, everywhere, is free to be themselves. Stonewall works in partnership with a growing network of 850 organisations to help create real change for the better.

It campaigns to eliminate homophobia, biphobia and transphobia in communities, and empowers LGBT people and their allies to be role models wherever they live, work, study, shop, socialise or pray.

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I am looking forward to sharing laughter with the staff at Stonewall later this week and moving forward supporting equality and diversity, acceptance without exception.

You may also want to read An Ally.

The Laughter Yoga Community is diverse and full of people from all walks of life, laughter and joy connects us all and evens out our differences.

To work with us please get in touch via email info@unitedmind.co.uk or call 0800 12 14 714 or 07736 341 717.

The Soul Camp – corporate glamping and festivals

Corporate glamping and festivals – a real treat for fast-paced city executives and their businesses.

I am truly excited to introduce The Soul Camp, founded by Pete as a way for corporations to enjoy their events and conferences beyond the cityscape, making a great city escape.

Here is what The Soul Camp really is:

The Soul Camp was conceived about 16 years ago in the early 2000s by Pete Jones who has been working in the ethical, not for profit events arena for 20+ years including founding an award winning festival and ethical clubbing organisation Planet Angel.
The idea was for an ethical, festival edged, group-focussed campsite where people could truly connect and enjoy themselves in a relaxed atmosphere. Guests would be free of many of the boundaries of modern life… and definitely free from being told they can’t sit around a campfire with a glass of wine discussing life until the sun rises!
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And The Soul Camp is so much more because of the heart and soul behind it.

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Laughter Yoga seems a logical addition where removing boundaries and connecting with people and nature is the top priority.

This is the beginning of a great, grounding and authentic relationship between business people on a missing to create positive change and transformative experiences in magical surroundings.

To read about The Soul Camp please visit them on www.thesoulcamp.com.

More Impromptu Conversations

The Impromptu Conversations in July have been full of inspiration and mind-opening moments.

You can watch the series on YouTube Impromptu Conversation, it is a bit of binge day if you do it all in one go.

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Re-connecting and getting to know more about Laughter Yoga experts’ lives and work around the world has been touching and moving, very special indeed.

So much so I will be running more Impromptu Conversations in August.

Saturday 1 August at 3pm Linda Leclerc, Canada
Saturday 8 August at 10am Philippa Challis, Australia
Friday 14 August at 7pm Robert Rivest, USA
Saturday 22 July at 10am Merv Neal, Australia

Please join us on the dates above on www.facebook.com/unitedmind.through.laughter where the Impromptu Conversations will be live streamed. They will also be posted on YouTube.

Linda Leclerc, Canada

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A real pleasure to reconvene with Linda, when we connect the threads of what we started when we had a real impromptu conversation in early June.

Linda and I first met in 2015 when we celebrated Laughter Yoga 20th Anniversary together in the UK. We are HAHA Sisters.

She is the Mother of Laughter Yoga in Canada and is on a constant journey to share laughter through her live shares and her professional work.

If you are seeking inspiration, Linda is your girl with fun and depth to her sharing of Laughter Yoga there is no stopping her.

I look forward to another Impromptu Conversation with Linda Leclerc and Lotte Mikkelsen.

For more information about Linda please visit her on www.yogadurire.com.

Philippa Challis, Australia

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Phillippa Challis is one of the hidden laughter treasures of Australia. To me she was until we spoke.

She brought Laughter Yoga to Australia and her story of life changes, ups and downs, recovery and staying true to the laughter philosophy can possible connect with many of us.

Known as The Laughter Lady, Philippa is a professional speaker with her roots in the corporate and commercial sector.

Join us in our Impromptu Conversation as we talk about life, laughter and everything in between.

For more information about Philippa please visit her on www.phillipachallis.com

Robert Rivest, USA

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Robert is an internationally admired performer and teacher bringing mime, health, literacy, stress reduction and mindfulness together with laughter and Tai Chi.

He has a long-standing respect in the Laughter Yoga Community and outside of it, too, as well as being well-liked by everyone I hear mention him.

The impromptu Conversation with Robert will cover his work incorporating his other talents in a successful blend.

For more information about Robert please visit him on www.robertrivest.com.

Merv Neal, Australia

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There is nothing more delightful and professional than Merv’s view on Laughter Yoga, and in this conversation he will shed more light on his Laughter Quotient and the impact it may have on us all moving forward.

The Laughing Man himself.

Merv values everything Laughter Yoga and I really get a sense of his passion for scientic and medical validation of the work. If you watched the Impromptu Conversation on Saturday 25 July you would get the same feeling.

He is joining me once again and in this Impromptu Conversation he will share his thoughts on the on future of Laughter Yoga after lockdown and pandemic.

To learn more about Merv please visit him on www.mervneal.com.

Introduction to Laughter Therapy…

…with leading laughter experts, Lotte Mikkelsen and Melanie Bloch.

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The Laughter Therapist Training is an extensive Level 7 programme, and Melanie and Lotte are excited to introduce an workshop designed to give you an experiential flavour of the full course.

In this 3.5 hour workshop you will be taken through

a process of Laughter Therapy first introduced by Dr Annette Goodheart in the 1970s
a completion process to gain momentum in your life through release of stuck energy through laughter
an experience of the Mystic Rose Meditation by Osho

The workshops runs on Saturday 8 August from 1pm to 4:30pm UK time and costs £45 per person. There will be 2 x 15 minute breaks.

To book your place please visit the UnitedMind Online Shop.

Remember For You on YouTube

Lots of weekly updates and new videos so how about subscribing to the For You YouTube Channel?

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnlaAIkTvjhIfX9Y4J05cJw

There are currently three Laughter Yoga For You videos in the Health & Beauty section on as well as an interview with Our Tim Watson.

Please get in touch about the laughter clubs and other options via email, info@unitedmind.co.uk, phone 0800 1214 714 or mobile 07736 341 717.

Laughter Leader Training Online

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The Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training Online is as popular as ever and we have many dates scheduled for August and September.

On the training you will learn face to face via webcam on Zoom over 4 sessions plus a follow up session which takes you through the full Laughter Yoga Leader programme covering the content of the 2-day in-person Laughter Yoga Leader Training.

Upon completion you will receive the UnitedMind training certificate. UnitedMind is registered with our insurance company as a training provider which means that our certificates grant you insurance.

When you choose your training provider please make sure you check their credentials as online training methods and courses are not always covered by insurers.

To receive the Laughter Yoga International certificate and be eligible for UK accreditation you will be required to complete Day-2 of the classroom training.

There are a few more requirements if you want the additional accreditation certificate.

FHT Accredited courses from UnitedMind Laughter Yoga are

2-day Laughter Yoga Leader Training
5-day Laughter Yoga Teacher Training
1-day Laughter Yoga Coach Training
Laughter Therapist Training

With accreditation we are taking Laughter Yoga seriously and we are bringing the standards to another level of nationwide approval within the education system. This is CPD!

Contact us on email info@unitedmind.co.uk or call 07736341717 for details of Laughter Yoga Training, other courses and other teachers.

If you want to be sure to get a place on the course of your choice please book now in the UnitedMind Online Shop.

For more information about accredited training courses please contact us via info@unitedmind.co.uk, phone 0800 1214 714, or mobile 07736 341 717.

Full details of all workshops and training programmes, and how to register, are listed on UnitedMind’s website.

Nimisha Radia

2022-08-30

What an awesome week we had at the Laughter Yoga Teacher training. One of the best weeks I've ever had with a bunch of incredible and like-minded people. Lotte, our trainer, was marvellous and knowledgeable and made our week epic.

Judith Walker

2022-07-19

Awesome training ??? loved it to bits ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Miss Bev

2022-07-13

Great training, brilliantly facilitated by the Lotte and Mel, they created a fun safe learning space, looking forward to the next one

Ellie Moore

2022-06-20

Lotte held a couple of session at MADE.com HQ for our lovely employees and it was super fun and got everyone laughing - really brilliant. Our team really relaxed into the sessions and helped release any built up tension or stresses from their day to day life. Everyone left feeling energised as well as with a deep calmness. Thank you for working with us and we look forward to working with you again in the future.

Jannie Stricker

2021-11-01

I completed the Laughter Yoga Teacher Training in October 2021. The week was very useful, and I learnt a lot. All the laughter we shared not only in the classroom but also outside was amazing. As a first-hand research, I actually noticed a change in my mind and body after a full week with several laughter sessions a day.

Michelle Ligon

2021-04-27

Great laughter yoga online leader course! I was nervous at first but Lotte was brilliant - she has a very easy going, warm and engaging style which really helped. The course was super informative, interesting and fun. Everyone in the group really gelled and it was a very rewarding and supportive experience. I can't wait to get involved in more laughter sessions and eventually start running my own!!

Lynne Carruthers

2020-10-28

Had a great time learning how to become an online laughter yoga leader with Lotte and her infectious enthusiasm and laughter.

Mary Thomson

2020-10-27

Lotte has been very flexible and compassionate throughout the Laughter Leader Training that I attended live online. The experience was wonderful. I felt supported and encouraged throughout. Lotte gives her full attention and provides a high quality level of information and administration. I found the timing to complete the course was just right, and helped me to attend and manage the course. I highly recommend Lotte who has years experience, deep wisdom and humility; willing to share the learning she has gained through Teaching Laughter yoga. I am very happy to recommend Lotte. I look forward to further training with Lotte.

Frances Burton

2020-07-25

Excellent course which was adapted for virtual learning. Small group so we had ample time to ask questions and practice skills. Learning was fun and practical. I would definitely recommend Laughter Yoga training and it has already been of interest to prospective employers for role in wellbeing and inclusion.

Sarah Alderson

2020-07-04

Amazing training. Lotte is truly an inspiration to work with and laughter was free flowing ?

Laughter News August 2020