"Laugh
and the world laughs with you... cry and your doctor will prescribe Prozac!"
That's the motto of Mary Faktor.
Studies at the University of California show that stress releases large quantities
of cortisol and epinephrine, which increases blood pressure, heart rate and
blood sugar. 30 minutes of laughter can suppress release of stress-related hormones,
boost immune system functions, elevate moods, and produce profound and long-lasting
changes in overall health and wellness. Measurable decreases were noted in tension,
depression, anger, and fatigue of those tested.
Happy people create a more pleasant and productive work environment and use less sick days due to stress-related illness. This ultimately results in less office tension, better efficiency and an increased corporate bottom line.
Because of the increasing demand of corporations and associations to address the high stress levels of their people, laughter, play and creative presentations are more important than ever, and Mary Faktor has the ability to make people lighten their load with yuks.
A member of the National Speakers Association, American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, and National Association of Self Esteem, Mary's popular one-woman comedy show, `THE SIX AGES OF WOMAN has been utilized by corporations and associations to entertain and educate men and women of all types and ages at banquets, luncheons, retreats, conferences and conventions across America.
" The Six Ages of Woman consists of universal humor in the style of Bob Newhart or Bill Cosby, so everyone from all walks of life can relate," said Mary in a recent interview. "People need to laugh and play more than ever. Recent domestic and world events, the economy, family pressures, health challenges, job insecurity, etc., have left people suffering with tremendous anxiety and depression. So, how do you spell relief? L-A-U-G-H-T-E-R."