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Melbourne Laughter Wellness Sessions with Vikki Friedman

Reduce stress, boost mood, and reconnect with joy through guided laughter workshops and workplace programs.

Welcome to Laughing Life

Here's something that might surprise you: your brain can't tell the difference  between "real" laughter and intentional laughter. Both trigger the same  stress-reducing, mood-boosting, connection-building benefits.

Which means you don't have to wait for something funny to happen.

 

I'm Vikki, and I help people access joy on purpose - through playful laughter exercises, gentle movement, and breathwork. Whether you're coming on your own,  with a group, or as part of a workplace team, there's nothing to perform and  no pressure to get it right.

 

Just come as you are. Giggle, chuckle, or chortle - it's all welcome here.

Hi, I'm Vikki

I'm a certified laughter wellness facilitator with a Bachelor of Psychology from Manchester University, lived experience with mental health recovery, and  over 14 years in the wellness space. I've founded award-winning retreat companies, run international wellbeing festivals, and helped thousands of  people reconnect with joy.

I approach every session with warmth, respect, and an understanding that  wellbeing looks different for everyone. There's no pressure to perform -  only an invitation to explore.

YOUR GUIDE

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THE PRACTICE

What is intentional laughter? 

Intentional laughter is a body-based wellbeing practice that uses playful exercises and breathwork to activate your natural laughter response — without relying on humour, jokes, or comedy.

​Laughing Life sessions are warm, inclusive and judgement-free. They’re designed for real people living real lives — not performers, extroverts or anyone who thinks they’re “not the laughing type”.

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BENEFITS

Why laughter for wellbeing?

Laughter has been well researched for its ability to reduce stress, release tension and strengthen connection. When we laugh, the body softens, the nervous system settles and everything feels a little less heavy. When we laugh together, that effect deepens — people feel more at ease, more open and more connected.

Stress relief​​

Reduce stress hormones and help the mind and body feel calmer.

Deeper connection

Build genuine bonds through shared laughter and playful interaction.

Uplift mood

 Boost feel-good chemicals to increase positivity and emotional wellbeing.

WHAT I OFFER

Ways to work with me

Whether you're looking for stress relief, wanting to reconnect your team, or planning something special for your community - here's how we can work together.

 Workshops

Interactive sessions for workplaces, community groups, schools, and events. From 45-minute sessions to half-day programs.

Events

Corporate wellbeing

Workplace programs designed to reduce stress, boost morale, and strengthen team connection.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join us for laughter

Light-hearted experiences that bring people together in the moment. Whether you come solo or with friends, you'll leave feeling lighter, more connected, and reminded that joy is always available. More events for 2026 coming soon - join our mailing list to be the first to know.

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TESTIMONIALS

Real stories, real impact

Here's what people have experienced through laughter wellness. See more testimonials here. 

"Such deep belly laughs and so fun just to let go in this crazy world! Thank you!"

Emma Cartwright, Yoga and Meditation Teacher, Innertide Yoga

"I can highly recommend these offerings!"

Ros Ben-Moshe, Keynote Speaker, Author and Teacher Specialising in Laughter

"I recently attended an event and it was very much needed and refreshing! Thank you Vikki!"

Roee Kohn - Take A Step Counselling & Coaching

‘We don’t laugh because we are happy,
we are happy because we laugh.’
- William James
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Ready to explore laughter for wellbeing?

Whether you're curious about joining a public session, bringing laughter to your workplace, or planning something special for your community group - let's have a conversation. No sales pitch. No pressure. Just a genuine chat about whether laughter wellness might be right for you.

WHAT'S NEWS?

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Insights and reflections on laughter, wellbeing, stress relief, and the science of joy.

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