Call France's Free Laughter Hotline for Instant Cheer

France’s laughter hotline, appel du rire, offers callers a free and instant boost of joy. Dial 02 72 03 50 51 to connect with a volunteer who will ask, “Are you ready to laugh?” Then, the laughter begins—no conversation needed.

“This is a human service, not a commercial one,” says Fabrice Loizeau, 58, director of the Institut Français du Yoga de Rire. Launched recently, the hotline is already receiving hundreds of calls hourly.

The 30 trained laughter yoga instructors manning the lines bring joy through laughter, breathwork, and mindfulness. Currently open weekdays from 10:00-12:30 and 14:00-18:00, plans are underway to add weekend hours and expand the team.

“Laughing distracts you from life’s problems and helps the body relax,” explains Mr. Loizeau. Callers, from elderly groups to families, describe the hotline as a delightful break.

“It’s about sharing smiles, laughter, and positivity in everyday life. Just a few minutes can make a difference,” he adds.

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