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Vicki Lawrence on Humor, Health and Happiness - No matter what we are going through at the moment, it is essential for our psyches to try to remain as positive as possible. And the best way to do that is through humor! After all, you can never be depressed while you are laughing. Jane's special guest today, Vicki Lawrence, has kept us all gleeful for decades. A beloved, multi-talented actress, comedienne and singer, Vicki is best known for the many characters she originated on CBS's The Carol Burnett Show, where she appeared for the entire series run from 1967 to 1978. Her portrayal of the iconic “Mama” character was so popular that NBC subsequently created her own sitcom of the same name. Vicki also hopes to be back on the road soon with her hilarious stage production, Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two Woman Show. Chronic idiopathic urticaria (CIU), chronic hives with no identifiable cause, however, has been no laughing matter for Vicki since 2011. In fact, she has recently partnered with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America for the campaign, CIU & You, to raise awareness and help the 1.6 million Americans who suffer from it. On this segment, Vicki talks about her career, family and new campaign and shares her secrets for enduring success and also stress reduction. She also imparts tips and tools on we can all look and feel Better Than Before, physically, emotionally and spiritually.