Dr. WellbeingSM
Jodi Peister, MD
Jodi Peister, MD
GJ Peister, MD
Testimonials
Dear Dr. Wellbeing (AKA Dr. Peister),
I just want to take this opportunity to thank you for bringing Laughter Yoga to the Isabella Geriatric Center.
Given your talents and expertise, you shared the laughter experience throughout our campus lifting everyone's spirit to a positive level. The therapeutic value of Laughter Yoga was truly realized by the residents, staff, families, and visitors.
Laughter Yoga will, of course, live on here at Isabella thanks to your comprehensive and informative training workshop presented to the staff. It has reduced staff stress, decreased resident isolation, and fostered a closer bond between staff and residents.
Thank you again for all you have done for the residents and staff of Isabella Geriatric Center.
Sincerely,
Janet Listokin, CTRS
Director of Therapeutic Recreation
Dear Dr. Wellbeing:
On behalf of the patients and staff, I want to thank you for bringing Laughter Yoga to Rockland Psychiatric Center. You have helped us to understand & truly believe in the therapeutic value of laughter, not to mention the pure fun of it all.
At a recent in-service training session, I was so pleased to see staff's positive reaction to your informative presentation along with their roars of laughter as they engaged in practicing several Laughter Yoga techniques. Staff assigned to work with you on a regular basis in the Thursday night Laughter Yoga Club also wanted me to thank you for the techniques you have taught them and for the opportunity to witness first hand so many positive patient outcomes & patient testimonies. They found your energy awesome and look forward to having you back.
Thank you so much for your enthusiasm & professional approach to this rather hilarious but very effective method of treatment. You have helped our patients find ways to relieve stress through laughter. They have learned how laughter can help elevate their mood, foster optimism, increase self confidence, and improve cognitive thinking, not to mention the secondary physical gains as a result of the aerobic exercise involved in their Laughter Yoga session.
Thank you for making a difference at Rockland Psychiatric Center. It's been a pleasure to share in the laughter. After all laughter is the best medicine!
Sincerely,
Susan Eccleston, MS, OTR/L
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Thank you so much for such a wonderful presentation on "The Wellbeing Laughter Club" and for bringing such valuable information to the group. The participants were all very appreciative of your time, insight, and enthusiasm.
It was a pleasure to work with you on this Seminar. I look forward to working with you on future presentations.
Very truly yours,
Ellen
Ellen Ott
Executive Director
Hands On! The Hudson Valley
48 Freedom Plains Rd. Suite 127
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Dr. Wellbeing,
On behalf of all Camp Venture’s laughter yoga enthusiasts, I thank you for all you have brought to our lives. Your weekly sessions are greatly improving the quality of life for our participants. Not a week goes by when your presence is not highly anticipated. You have brought laughter and joy to the halls of Venture Center! Thank you for all you do, you are truly an essential part of our Creative Arts and Recreation team.
Sincerely,
Krista Behrends
Director of Creative Arts & Recreation Dept.
Camp Venture, Inc.
230 Rt. 340
Sparkill, N.Y. 10976
Hi Jodi – Thank you so much for coming to New Rochelle to do the workshop. The participants had a great time, they said it was “lots of fun”, “new way of looking at things” “should bring you back”. I’ve never seen the group so expressive and interactive. Basically people look to have a good time, whenever possible, and your exercises were very effective for getting people into the act. I liked your explanation regarding the body, health, stress, and mindset connections since these are areas that we have covered in our other programs. Thank you again for your workshop, your efforts were greatly appreciated. Looking forward to working with you again.
Cornelia Schimert RN, BSN
Director of Community Relations
Visiting Nurse Association of Hudson Valley
540 White Plains Road, Ste 300
Tarrytown, New York 10591-5132
I have more self confidence since I started coming to laughter club. It is easier to get out of bed in the morning. Anonymous
Barbara N
NJ
As a professional entertainer, who clowns in hospitals, I know the value of laughter and revel in its sound. The Laughter Club reminds us of the fun of being a child, the joy of being spontaneous, and the delight of laughing. I drive home from Laughter Club, energized, yet with a sense of calm and well-being. I'm very grateful to Dr. Wellbeing to giving us the opportunity to laugh and play together.
Wishing you miles of smiles,
Barbara Beigel aka Glitter the Clown aka Dr. Kat Skan
My doctor asked me what I was doing as my blood test results were the best he had ever seen. I told him that I had been going to Laughter Club. I now have no symptoms of LUPUS. Anonymous
