Demotivational posters are funny, sarcastic versions of motivational posters that bosses often hang in offices to motivate workers. In the past, motivational posters were thought to have a positive impact on the way employees felt and acted. The demotivational counterparts to the motivational posters bring joy and laughter to everyone around them.

The way that motivational posters work is to place them in different spots so that employees will see them and make better decisions or use their time more wisely. In the past this worked well, but these posters are getting old and their effectiveness is wearing out. Demotivational posters are not motivational at all, but they are funny; surprisingly they end up having the same affect for different reasons. Their purpose is to make you laugh. Laughing causes a reduction of stress and, eventually, a healthier life. This can also lead to a much more productive workplace. Instead of old, boring motivational posters, the demotivational ones will make employees laugh, thus making them better employees in the long run. They will also respect you for making them laugh instead of trying old methods to motivate them.

Stress is one of the leading causes of health problems. It can lead to heart attacks, high cholesterol, insomnia, cramps, stomach issues, and more. When you are stressed, your body releases cortisol, which messes with our overall health. Stress can even eventually cause death; stress is never a good thing, especially for prolonged periods of time. A life without laughter is a very sad and often unhealthy one.

This is where (sometimes) sexy demotivational posters come in. Laughter has been proven to reduce stress. A good hearty laugh can relax muscles for almost an hour. Also, endorphins are released in your body when you laugh, which make you feel good and can reduce pain in your muscles or back. Laughter also helps the immune system work harder as well, so we can fight off illness when it comes our way.

Laughter can also reduce cholesterol levels and make your heart healthier, because it increases blood flow. It also helps your blood vessels function more smoothly. Demotivational posters are a growing fad on the internet, and will never fail to make you laugh. You can also create your own by finding a picture anywhere and putting a funny caption on it. Share your demotivational posters on Facebook, with friends by email, or print them out to hang at work. Laughter really is the best medicine. If you find the time for a good laugh at least once a day you will feel better, physically and mentally. The world is a much better place when it is funny and not stressful and sad. Get motivated by being demotivated.