[Guest: Karyn Buxman] Join Dr. Edith and Neurohumorist Karyn Buxman for a fun and joyful conversation about how humor affects our neuro-biology, allowing us to tap into our greatest human potential! 

Karyn is a sought after keynote speaker whose inspirational speeches bring laughter and healing to audiences around the world - from TEDx, to Mayo clinic, to the Million Dollar Roundtable. Her last book “Lead with Laughter” shows us how humor can be a powerful leadership quality. And her new book “Funny Means Money” is coming out later this year!

Questions & Topics explored:

*Humor makes us human! One of the top 3 traits that we seek.
*How humor builds personal connections and strengthens relationships.
*What is humor exactly?
*The nerdy side of humor - how do researchers quantify the experience of humor?
*Appreciating humor vs. the Application of humor.
*Applying humor with conscious intention, for a specific desired outcome (e.g. to build resilience, or diffuse a conflict, etc.) . What Karyn calls “High Performance Humor!”
*High performers cultivate their sense of humor consistently over time.
*The 3 legged stool of High Performance Humor - 1) Entertainment, 2) Influence, 3) Well-being.
*“The more you see funny, the more you’ll be funny!” ~Karyn Buxman
*Hebb’s law - neurons that fire together wire together.
*What do Yellow Cars have to do with Hebb’s Law?
*Research on humor - anti-inflammatory, reduce cortisol levels, reduce blood glucose in diabetics, reduce LDL cholesterol, boost short, mid, and long-term immune system function.
*Brain studies show GAMMA Waves activation, similar to deep meditation - i.e. better focus, creativity, innovation, and productivity!
*The influence of stress on our health, even greater than diet?
*Japan study showed - diabetic patients practicing humor - positive changes at DNA level. I.e. Humor can create epigenetic changes! Wow!
*Important distinctions between Uplifting & Constructive humor vs. Oppressive humor.
*Elements of humor mastery - confidence, timing, authenticity, safety, consistency. 
*Using humor in the workplace.
*Take Karyn’s 30-day challenge - a super fun daily practice to cultivate your sense of humor!
*How Humor can change the world.
*Karyn’s #1 advice for us to tap into our HIGHEST human possibilities.


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The Dr. E Show

Ep 7 - Funny Means Money with Karyn Buxman

Ep7 - Funny Means Money with Karyn Buxman

Hello Visionary Pioneers and Trailblazers - Are you ready to step into the next level of human possibilities? Join me, Dr. Edith Ubuntu Chan, as we explore the frontiers of our human potential. Learn from cutting-edge experts in areas like Health and Wellness, Science and Spirituality, Quantum Biology, and Conscious Living. Together, let's awaken the best of ourselves, and create our most joyful and fulfilling lives.
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About your host: Dr. Edith Ubuntu Chan is a globally recognized Holistic Chinese Medicine Doctor, high-performance coach, and the #1 bestselling author of "SuperWellness(tm)." She has devoted her life to unlocking the secrets of our human potential. A graduate of Harvard University, Dr. Edith has been featured on CNN, Yoga Journal, "The Goddess Project" documentary, and more. Through her seminars and programs, Dr. Edith helps visionary pioneers become masters of their Energy, Alignment, and Joy, so that they can lead and serve at the highest levels. Connect with her global community at www.DrEdithUbuntu.com .