The tectonic plates of the world have been restless lately and we’ve seen the results of this activity with large earthquakes. First it was Haiti and then Chile and this morning a 6.0 earthquake hit eastern Turkey.
Our first response when we hear about these disasters is to grab our checkbooks and give to relief efforts. That’s a start, but once all the basic necessities such as food, water, and shelter are fulfilled, there is still more to do. What else? We have to bring laughter.
Yes, laughter.
Think about it – laughter helps us forget our worries, even if it’s just for an hour. It gives us hope and raises our spirits. It makes us healthy. And who needs that more than tired men, homeless women and orphaned children? Laughter is healing.
Pricilla Mooseburger
That’s why Clowns without Borders is so important. Their goal is to bring the special medicine of laughter to children… to relieve the suffering of those who live in areas of crisis, refugee camps and conflict zones. They do this so people can gather and celebrate and laugh and forget the tensions that darken their lives, even if it’s just for a moment.
Current projects for Clowns Without Borders include trips to Haiti, Egypt and Ethiopia. They offer workshops and performances to large and small audiences and work with local charities and performing artists with hopes of empowering the people through clown acts and physical theater.
What’s not to love?
Listen Tuesday on the Health and Lifestyle Edition of the show as I talk with world-famous clown Pricilla Mooseburger. She was one of the first female clowns in Ringling Brothers & Barnum and Bailey and she talks about how she has made a living by making people laugh.
David Oreck
Then Thursday join me for a chat with Vacuum King David Oreck. He’s a master at marketing and a believer in the human spirit. Just go to www.ACloserLookRadio.com at show time (1pm PT/4pm ET) and click on the big red button.
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Till next time…
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