Laugh and Live by Douglas Fairbanks
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"Laugh and Live" by Douglas Fairbanks is a motivational self-help book written during the early 20th century. The work emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive outlook on life and harnessing the power of laughter to foster happiness and success. Fairbanks proposes that happiness is a state of mind accessible to everyone, encouraging readers to embrace laughter as a natural remedy for challenges and to cultivate a proactive and energetic approach to
living. The opening of "Laugh and Live" sets the tone for Fairbanks's ethos, arguing that laughter is not just a reaction, but a deliberate act that contributes to overall well-being. He asserts that happiness comes from within and encourages readers to start their day with a laugh, underscoring the physiological benefits of humor, such as improved blood circulation and mental clarity. The author invites readers to examine their own lives and habits, suggesting that self-analysis and physical activity are crucial for happiness and success. This early section establishes a framework for the ideas Fairbanks will expand upon throughout the book, focusing on self-improvement through a positive mindset and the power of community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Fairbanks, Douglas, 1883-1939 |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Creel, George, 1876-1953 |
| LoC No. | 17013235 |
| Title | Laugh and Live |
| Note | Includes: "A 'Close-Up' of Douglas Fairbanks, by George Creel, reprinted from Everybody's magazine..." |
| Credits | Produced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion |
| Subject | Happiness |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12887 |
| Release Date | Jul 12, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 622 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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