Abstract
The art of the clown is very subtle and based above all on body expressiveness and facial expressions. It is a very refined art and requires specialised training. In this chapter we will report the results of three research projects conducted with teachers, children, nurses, physiotherapists and doctors. We examine how simple exercises and group games conducted by expert clowns and the work of a psychologist who support them can improve emotional intelligence, promote acceptance and positively change the image of the Self. Results from these small mixed method intervention studies suggest clowning may be a valuable method in resilience research. Some of the benefits identified include developing emotional resilience, learning to work with others, increased empathy and developing alternative methods of communicating.