The Power of a Smile

We all know a smile can be a pretty powerful thing, but let’s take a closer look at why this is. When you smile you automatically look more attractive and if you don’t believe this then simply imagine the face of someone you know when they are sad or angry and then picture them with a nice smile. You can just about guarantee the latter version is more attractive and this mental image might have even brought a hint of a grin to your face.

This is because smiling is contagious. Just consider your reaction to a smiling baby, as you automatically respond with a smile of your own. If a child is anxious or nervous then you will probably smile at them to help soothe and calm them down. Smiling is good news for those worried about wrinkles as you use fewer muscles when you smile compared to when you frown. Smiling is also easier than frowning and is great for promoting that feel-good factor. When you smile your body releases serotonin, a neurotransmitter that produces a sense of well-being and happiness.

Smiling is an important part of communicating with others and is crucial when meeting someone personally or professionally for the very first time. A recent study has shown smiling helps reduce stress and can be as beneficial as getting a good night’s sleep because it helps to generate more positive emotions. This is why it is very difficult to feel sad around children as they smile far more than adults.

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