'Lisa Mausi' - Mona Lisa gets desi avatar, netizens go ROFL - how laughter therapy can be beneficial for mental health

New Delhi: The Mona Lisa, an iconic painting of the 16^th century by Leonardo da Vinci, has been a legacy in the world of art and till date continues to be one of the most celebrated works globally. It depicts a lady with wandering eyes and a slight smile, the painting is widely known as a masterpiece yet a most parodied artwork of all time. And now, through a series of pictures shared on Twitter, the iconic Mona Lisa got Indian makeovers from different states – such as ‘Lisa Mausi’ from South Delhi, ‘Lisa Devi’ from Bihar, ‘Shona Lisa’ from Kolkata and ‘Lisa Ben’ from Gujarat.

Dressed in traditional sarees of various states, bindi or sunglasses, Mona Lisa’s new avatar took social media by storm. And since then, netizens have been enjoying a laughter fest on social media – the post is flooded with likes, comments and reshares making people go ROFL over the parody of the iconic painting.

Be it through memes or through viral posts or videos, several times, people tune into social media to share humorous content with their friends and family and that sheds light on the importance and benefits of laughter therapy.

What is laughter therapy?

Thinking of laughter therapy reminds one of how senior citizens gather in a park and laugh their heart out. In truth, it is a cognitive-behavioural therapy that can boost mental, emotional and physical to improve quality of life. The alternative treatment is known to have a positive impact on the immune system and most importantly mental health.

Laughing is a great way to reduce stress, high blood pressure and boost heart health as well. Read on to know about the other benefits of laughter therapy:

• Works on the abs
• Offers relief from tension
• Reduces pain
• Improves mood
• Increases personal satisfaction
• Controls blood pressure levels
• Stimulates the muscles and organs like the lungs

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.