# Laugh and Live

By Douglas Fairbanks.

"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. (Summary by Project Gutenberg, written by machine.)

- Language: English
- Contributor: George Creel
- Subjects: Happiness

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## Audiobooks of it

- [Laugh and Live](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/books/librivox/5025) by Douglas Fairbanks, Sr. (3 h 23 min, English)

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