When stress hits, humor can be elusive. Same goes for kids!

And all that cortisol gets stored in the brain and can contribute to poor sleep, a short fuse, and a host of other challenges.

But here’s what’s awesome: did you know that humor helps the body metabolize cortisol!?

So here’s your task:

– Find ways to make him laugh.

– High fives turned dramatic tumbles, surprise kisses, silly jokes—the works!

Laughter not only lightens the mood, it changes your brain chemistry for the better. Even faking a laugh can do wonders.

Inject some humor into the room.

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