Welcome to April 2026
…and news, stories, upcoming events and event reviews from UnitedMind Ltd. Laughter Yoga, Laughter Yoga in London, all over the UK and world, The Laughter Club International (UK) and The Telephone Laughter Club.
UnitedMind is on the forefront with laughter, happiness and joy!
In April News we share the following…
- Magnolias from Yours Truly
- Reminding of Laughter Yoga Teacher Training in Liverpool
- The Importance of Laughter Yoga Leader Training
- Greater Yoga Connection than You May Think cont’d.
- Laughter Club (St Albans) and Telephone Laughter Updates
- Training Dates and News
Important training and laughter club dates are listed at the end for- Laughter Yoga Leader, Durham, London, Preston, Hemel Hempstead, Online
- Laughter Yoga Teacher, Hemel Hempstead, Stanmore, Online, LIVERPOOL
- Laughter Yoga Coach, Online
- Laughter Therapist, Stanmore
- Gibberish Coach, Online
- INVITING ALL LAUGHTER YOGA TEACHERS – BEST EVENT EVER
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Magnolias from Yours Truly
Magnolias are my bringers of spring.
The Google AI bot says the following about Magnolia:
Magnolia flowers symbolize dignity, nobility, perseverance, resilience, and a love of nature, often representing feminine beauty and strength. Due to their ancient, resilient nature, they signify longevity, endurance, and everlasting connections. Culturally, they represent purity in Chinese tradition and grace in the American South.
Key Symbolism and Cultural Meanings
- Nobility and Dignity: In the Victorian era and generally, magnolias are associated with high status, dignity, and pride.
- Perseverance and Strength: Because magnolia trees are long-lasting and hardy, they are seen as symbols of strength and endurance.
- Femininity and Grace: Often, the magnolia represents the gentleness and beauty of women, a theme common in Chinese culture.
- Purity and Innocence: White magnolias, in particular, are connected to innocence, purity, and spiritual cleanliness.
- Love of Nature: In Japan, the magnolia represents a deep appreciation for the natural world, known as Hanakotoba.
- Loyalty and Love: In some traditions, magnolias are used to express love of nature and admiration for the beauty of a woman
A new year is starting, the financial kinda year, and it reminds me of the perseverance and strength I have often held onto in my business when things have been seemingly challenging.
There are blessings in all we do in life, and holding onto a life changing opportunity that can transform our reality to be one of kindness and peace regardless who we are, and where we position ourselves within our own life and the lives of others.
Magnolia reminds me of the beauty that is beyond our need for worldly goods and status, it reminds me of maintaining softness with a strong sense of purpose and appreciation of that is so.
The beauty of magnolia reminds me that there is depth to us all because when the petals wither and the tree seems bare, there is growth still happening, rememering that when darkness seems too long and winter feels to cold, there is the new spring with magnolia, it begins to shine its light of beauty and brightness into the early spring days.
The blossoming magnolia is a poetic moment in time.
Magnolia reminds me of how Laughter Yoga is a pillar of strength just like this awesome tree relentlessly showing up, strenthening our hope, our will to prevail, and our internal flame.
Laughter Yoga is life giving just like Magnolia seems to give life to spring – in my humble opinion.
Everything we see, hear, touch, smell and taste, and even sense, is ours and we all have different experiences.
In the workplace we work better in our teams towards the great goal of the organisation and we thrive at home when work is going well – and vice versa – workplace events with Laughter Yoga make a real difference in the world.
I hope we will experience the multitude of laughter aspects together.
With Love, Friendship, Honesty, Kindness, Health, Hope, Goodness, Grace, Gratitude, Understanding, Faith, Peace, Forgiveness, Patience, Diligence, Love, Blessings and Joy from me to you!
Lotte Mikkelsen
Laughter Yoga Specialist and Master Trainer
#youreverydaylaughterqueen
Laughter Yoga Teacher Training – Liverpool!
If you are a Laughter Yoga Leader then this is for you.
For 14 years I have been training Laughter Yoga Teachers around the country, and it has been 10 years since I was in the north with the course.
Now the opportunity is there to become a Laughter Yoga Teacher, learn skills that strengthens and deepens your knowledge of what Laughter Yoga truly represents in life, how you can lead profound sessions, and teach others to start incorporating laughter into their lives, too.
I am super-excited to be training Laughter Yoga Teachers in Liverpool, North West England.
This is a once only opportunity for the 5-day training and I encourage you, if you are a Laughter Yoga Leader in North of England or Scotland or anywhere, to book this training and expand on your skillset as Laughter Yoga Facilitator and Ambassador for spreading joy.
Becoming a Laughter Yoga Teacher exceeds all expectations of what is possible when it comes to sharing laughter for the health of it.
The journey begins with a yes to the training and truly starts when we celebrate you and wave you off into the laughter future, remembering that together we are strongest and more able to go the extra laughter mils.
Many wonderful souls have passed through the teacher training and created nothing short of miracles in communities around the UK and the world.
As a Laughter Yoga Leader you create wonders in your world and as teachers we verture into the future with extra toys and tools to share.
Will you join us in Livepool on 22-26 August 2026?
Let it be
199 park road
Liverpool
L8 6SE
Is where we will meet and laugh, learn and live a little more.
You can book your place via the shop on www.unitedmind.co.uk/product-category/laughteryogateacher/ and read more about the training on www.unitedmind.co.uk/training/laughter-yoga-teacher.
Or you can ask me about the training courses via WhatsApp or call +447736341717 or mail lotte@unitedmind.co.uk, and I am happy to discuss the options with you.
The Importance of Laughter Yoga Leader Training
The Laughter Yoga Training in North London in March was absolutely outstanding and extra-ordinary – just like every course we run.
Mel and I teach an experience that helps you decide how you want to move forward to the opportunity that is Laughter Yoga.
We have refined the course in a way that exceeds your typical training, and made it a special experience over the years we have worked together, allowing people to immerse yourself into the study and practice of Laughter Yoga and living with the joy of having foundation for empowered living and sharing of Laughter Yoga, yet it is true to the original material originally introduced by Dr. Madan Katarian and Laughter Yoga International, .
The training really is second to none when it comes to connecting you with yourself and others, learning the scope of Laughter Yoga and how to introduce the method in a consice and relevant way, deepening your understanding of how to build your own setup for success, and getting all the benefits from simply doing it regularly.
Mel and I have been training Laughter Yoga Leaders jointly for 32 years, and together for 10 years, we are Master Trainers in the UK, so in my humble opinion I believe you get some real-life value as you learn from the experience from many years of teaching and facilitating – and running a business.
So why is Laughter Yoga Leader Training important?
It transforms your perspective and experience of life as it is, and creates extra-ordinary lives out of joyfully connecting in good mirth to yourself, others, and everything else.
First step on your Laughter Yoga learning route is Laughter Yoga Leader Training, and you can find the dates and courses in the shop on www.unitedmind.co.uk/shop and read a lot more about the course on www.unitedmind.co.uk/training/laughter-yoga-leader.
Ask me about the training courses via WhatsApp or call +447736341717 or mail lotte@unitedmind.co.uk, and I am happy to discuss the options with you.
Greater Yoga Connection Than You May Think, cont’d
We are diving into the depth of the connection between Laughter Yoga and Yoga.
Beyond the fun, the laughter, the playfulness there is a depth in Laughter Yoga that speaks to the ancient depth of Yoga.
I have listed the summary table of Patanjali’s Eightfold Path (Ashtanga Yoga) for reference below, as I go into more depth on each of the eight limbs, information beautifully compiled by Laughter Yoga Leader Linda Rabassa-Witham.
Last time I mentioned Limb 1 Yama – Ethical Foundations (Social Discipline), please read on about Limb 2.
Niyama – Personal Observances (Inner Discipline)
Classical Niyamas:
Saucha, Santosha, Tapas, Svadhyaya, Ishvara Pranidhana
In Laughter Yoga:
- Saucha (Purity): Deep breathing and laughter detoxify the body and mind.
- Santosha (Contentment): Practicing joy without cause cultivates inner satisfaction.
- Tapas (Discipline): Continuing laughter despite mental resistance strengthens willpower.
- Svadhyaya (Self-study): Observing emotional shifts during laughter increases self-awareness.
- Ishvara Pranidhana (Surrender): Group laughter dissolves control and fosters trust in the moment.
Philosophical Meaning:
Joy is practiced, not awaited.
Spiritual Insight:
Contentment becomes independent of circumstances.
Summary table of Patanjali’s Eightfold Path (Ashtanga Yoga), and although Laughter Yoga is unconventional, it aligns deeply with yogic philosophy and spiritual development.
| Limb | Expression in Laughter Yoga | Spiritual Outcome |
| Yama | Ethical joy & compassion | Social harmony |
| Niyama | Inner discipline through happiness | Self-contentment |
| Asana | Playful embodied movement | Lightness of being |
| Pranayama | Deep oxygenated laughter | Free pranic flow |
| Pratyahara | Release of judgment | Inner freedom |
| Dharana | Focused joyful presence | Mental clarity |
| Dhyana | Effortless meditative awareness | Inner peace |
| Samadhi | Causeless joy & unity | Bliss consciousness |
Knowing the connection to greater extent does not mean that we introduce Yoga exercises in Laughter Yoga, on the contrary, we keep to the philosophy of Laughter Yoga and make it fun, assessible, and light-hearted.
I am super-excited to understand how the world is connected more extensively within Laughter Yoga and Yoga, and I have a feeling this will pave the way for opportunities yet unseen.
Stay tuned!
Next time is Limb 3, playful embodied movement.
To learn more about Laughter Yoga and attend or book workshops and training please WhatsApp or call +447736341717 or mail lotte@unitedmind.co.uk, and I am happy to discuss your requirements with you.
Not So Spot the Car!
The March challenge of posting my car did not go to plan but what does it matter when you get a smile when people Spot the Car.
Spreading the happiness and joy is all that counts.
Here is Spot the Car once again, now not so bright and clean as in the photo but dirtied up by March weather.
You are still welcome to share and tag if you see me or my car around, post and tag on
- www.instagram.com/unitedmindlaughteryoga
- www.facebook.com/unitedmind.through.laughter
- www.linkedin.com/in/lottemikkelsen
- www.tiktok.com/@laughteryoga
Laughter Club and Telephone Laughter
Anyone and everyone is welcome to share laughter with us in the Laughter Club International (UK) St Albans on Zoom – and bring a friend or your whole tribe.
The Laughter Club in St Albans is sharing laughter on Zoom on 1st Sunday every month (except August) at 1pm-1:30pm!
Please register online on https://form.jotform.com/200864136631350.
- Sunday 1 March 2026 at 13:00-13:30 UK time
- Sunday 5 April 2026 at 13:00-13:30 UK time
- Sunday 3 May 2026 at 13:00-13:30 UK time WORLD LAUGHTER DAY
- Please join on https://us04web.zoom.us/j/132683686 pw 305815
Please get in touch about the laughter clubs and other options via email, info@unitedmind.co.uk, mobile/WhatsApp +447736341717.
The Google Map of Laughter Clubs in the UK is on track with up-to-date information about Laughter Clubs.
Note, updated laughter clubs are listed with 2024/2025 at their name, in-person laughter clubs have a blue star place marker, and online laughter clubs have an orange star place marker. Check it out on https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1Q-HDOwxlZX1kk7bW4U5haXxrRjM&usp=sharing.
If you know of any laughter clubs that are not listed or need updating please email lotte@unitedmind.co.uk with your information.
In addition The Telephone Laughter Club runs Monday to Friday at 7:00 to 7:10 on
- Dial: 0333 011 2319
- Room number: 33928453 #
- PIN: 8494 #
Please also contact me about The Telephone Laughter Club where we laugh weekday mornings from 7:00 to 7:10 if you have any questions about this service, lotte@unitedmind.co.uk.
Laughter Training Dates and News
If you think Laughter Yoga and Laughter Yoga Training is for people who have the bendiness to carry out stretching and folding in Yoga exercises, it is time to re-think.
Laughter Yoga is for everyone and even in our breathing exercises which are the closest you get to any Yoga-related activity, we have ways of breathing where you do not even need to stretch.
However, Laughter Yoga does require you to be willing to share laughter as an exercise where we move and engage with each other.
This activity leads to a wealth of benefits both physically, mentally and emotionally for you and for everyone you share laughter with in groups, by yourself or one-on-one.
Learning Laughter Yoga is easy, ready, and assessible for you to learn right now.
To understand more about the training programmes, options and requirements, please contact me via email lotte@unitedmind.co.uk.
The Accredited Laughter Yoga Training
More information about the different programmes is available on the links below
- Laughter Yoga Leader – from £225 per person
- Laughter Yoga Teacher – from £625 per person in person, from £475 per person online
- Laughter Yoga Coach – from £825 per person (including Leader and Teacher training)
Now is the best time to book your training – because it is the present where laughter and joy happens!
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.
FHT Accredited courses uniquely from UnitedMind Laughter Yoga and our Accredited Laughter Yoga Teachers are
- 2-day Laughter Yoga Leader Training or 4-week online or self-study
- 5-day Laughter Yoga Teacher Training or Online over 6 Sundays
- 1-day Laughter Yoga Coach Training for Laughter Yoga Teachers
- Laughter Therapist Training for practicing therapists
With accreditation we are taking Laughter Yoga seriously and we are bringing the standards to a level of nationwide approval within the education system. The UnitedMind accreditation is the only UK accreditation for Laughter Yoga Training.
Our courses are recognised continued professional development and gives you points to add to your CPD list!
To learn more about how you can become a Laughter Yoga Leader or Teacher please contact Lotte on mobile/WhatsApp +44 (0) 7736341717 or email lotte@unitedmind.co.uk.
UnitedMind teaches Laughter Yoga courses in the following locations:
- Accredited Laughter Yoga Leader Training
This training is a requirement for becoming a Laughter Yoga Teacher- London, Online, Preston, Durham, St Albans, or Your venue your group – minimum 4 people
- Accredited Laughter Yoga Teacher Training
This training is a requirement for becoming a Laughter Yoga Coach- Hemel Hempstead, Stanmore, or Your venue, your group – minimum 4 people
- Accredited Laughter Therapist Training
- Hemel Hempstead
- Accredited Laughter Coach and Certified Gibberish Coach Training
- Online, or Your venue, your group – minimum 4 people
Your Self Study
A way to learn at your own leisure, at times to suit at only £150. If you are able to come to the in-person training at a later time we can schedule it at a small additional fee of £75.
Learn Laughter Yoga online as an almost-self-study, where you will be able to learn at your own pace and finish by presenting a Laughter Yoga session as you will have learned through the lessons, at a face-to-face Zoom session.
Book www.pensight.com/x/unitedmind.
Accredited Laughter Yoga Leader
The 2-day Laughter Yoga Leader Training runs on the following dates and venues (full details are listed on www.unitedmind.co.uk/training/laughter-yoga-leader/) provided by UnitedMind in the UK since 2007:
- 07-08 March 2026 Laughter Yoga Leader London from £225
- 11-12 April 2026 Laughter Yoga Leader Durham from £225
- 16-17 May 2026 Laughter Yoga Leader Hemel Hempstead from £225
- 13-14 June 2025 Laughter Yoga Leader London from £225
- More dates are listed on www.unitedmind.co.uk/training/laughter-yoga-leader/
- Your workplace or with your group at dates to suit you!
Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training Online – click to choose your dates:
- Wednesdays 08, 15, 22, 29 April 2026 at 19:00-21:30 from £225
- Tuesdays 02, 09, 16, 23 June 2026 at 19:00-21:30 from £225
- Tuesdays 04, 11, 18, 25 August 2026 at 19:00-21:30 from £225
More online training dates in 2025 and 2026 are listed on www.unitedmind.co.uk/product-category/laughter-leader-training-online/
Accredited Laughter Yoga Teacher
The Laughter Yoga Teacher Training and Hybrid Laughter Yoga Teacher Training runs on the following dates and venues (full details are listed on www.unitedmind.co.uk/training/laughter-yoga-teacher/) provided by UnitedMind in the UK since 2012:
- 01-04 May 2026 in Hemel Hempstead non-residential all days 8:00-18:00 from £625
- 22-26 August 2026 in Liverpool non-residential from £625
- 28-31 August 2026 in Stanmore / North London non-residential all days 8:00-18:00 from £625
- Sundays 18, 25 October-1, 8, 15, 22 November 2026 Online 9:30-15:30 from £475
- More dates on www.unitedmind.co.uk/training/laughter-yoga-teacher/
Accommodation is not included.
Feel free to enquire about special offers at any time, info@unitedmind.co.uk.
Accredited Laughter Yoga Coach
The 1-day Laughter Yoga Coach Training for Laughter Yoga Teachers runs online on the following dates (full details are listed on www.unitedmind.co.uk/training/laughter-yoga-coach-cpd/):
Add-On to Laughter Yoga Teacher Certification
Or you can book your 8-week One On One Laughter Coaching Programme and get closer to your real laughter through the practice of Laughter Yoga exercises.
Accredited Laughter Therapist
The 2-day Laughter Therapist Training is only the beginning of the 6-12 months programme (full details on www.unitedmind.co.uk/training/laughter-therapist/)
Accredited Gibberish Coach
The 1-day Gibberish Coach Training for Laughter Yoga Leaders and Teachers runs on the following dates (full details are listed on www.unitedmind.co.uk/training/gibberish-coach/):
All fees listed in the newsletter are early bird fees available until one month before training dates and excluding travel and accommodation costs unless otherwise stated. Other deals may be available as well as special agreements with companies and organisations who wish to train teams and individuals in their workplace.
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, workplace workshops, and keynote talks, please contact us via info@unitedmind.co.uk, phone 0800 1214 714, or mobile/WhatsApp +447736341717.
Full details of all workshops and training programmes, and how to register, are listed on UnitedMind’s website.
LAUGHTER YOGA TEACHER REUNION
If you are a Laughter Yoga Teacher please join us on 10-12 July 2026 at De Vere Latimer Estate in Chesham, Buckinghamshire, HP5 1UG.
Please make sure you book your place at this superb opportunity to network, learn, plan and grow as a Laughter Yoga Teacher but more importantly as a person and human being.
Book now on www.unitedmind.co.uk/product/laughter-yoga-teacher-reunion to ensure your room is available for you.
