A SMILE IS A KEY THAT FITS EVERYONE'S HEART
“Peace begins with a smile” –Mother Teresa
“As long as you live keep smiling
because it brightens everybody’s day.”
A SMILE IS A KEY THAT FITS EVERYONE'S HEART
Science has shown that
the mere act of smiling can lift your mood, lower stress, boost your immune system and possibly even prolong your
life. A smile spurs a powerful chemical
reaction in the brain that can make you feel happier. When you
smile, your brain releases tiny molecules called neuropeptides to help fight
off stress. Then other neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin, and
endorphins come into play too. Endorphins act as a mild pain reliever, whereas
serotonin is an antidepressant.
Indeed, in the human world, a smile serves to
be a universal language that connects people of all cultures and civilizations.
No matter where you go in the world, a kind and open smile paves the way for
making new friends and brightening everyone's day. Even when language barriers
stop clear communication, a smile shows you mean no harm and want to get along
with everyone nearby. In other words, smiles are mostly connected to a
positive side and it is understood by everyone.
Laughing: A precious
moment of life
Those moments of life
are precious when you laugh out loud. No matter what your age and how much
money you have. If you know how to laugh, you are the richest. Smiling more and more
will enhance your life. Just smiling for a while will make your life better.
Don't find
reasons to laugh. Just start laughing. Laughing is not only good for the
environment, but it is also very beneficial for physical and mental health.
Laughing also releases positive hormones continuously.
Laughter is a natural
process. Through one smile, we give a message to our group, society, and people
around us that we agree with their words. In simple words, it can also be a signal to
connect with them. Whereas in many types of research of the world, it has come
out that laughing is a kind of treatment. This is effective and scientifically
proven as well.
According to a study by
the University of Warwick, UK, laughing out loud is more beneficial for health
than smiling. Because by laughing openly, the arteries dilate, due to which the
blood circulation in the body is accelerated. Not only this, but laughing is
also helpful in increasing the immunity of our body and it also strengthens the
antibodies in the body.
Interesting Facts About
Smiling
History tells us that where
cultures were unstable or where corruption is still rampant in government, they are
far less smiley. For example, many Russians think that people who smile are
fools because there is no guarantee of future security. Smiling is considered
rude in some cultures. In Russia, Japan and Iran, it is misunderstood that the
people who smile are less intelligent.
It is believed that Russians,
Iranian and French people don't smile much. Particularly, in Russian
communication, a smile is not a signal of politeness. Russians consider a
polite smile a "servant smile." It is considered a demonstration of unwillingness to show one's
true feelings.
In Eastern cultures, especially
China, "one must NOT show one's teeth when smiling" is a strict rule
of discipline for women that have lasted thousands of years, ever since the
Tang Dynasty. Even their wedding photo looked quite depressing. Their smile
was unusual even during the early part of this century. This suggests that
there were some cultural reasons as well due to why people did not smile in old
pictures.
European people believed that frequent smiling among sober
adults is considered a sign of mental deficiency or defect. In
other words, you will be seen as either stupid/retarded, or crazy. Europeans often
criticize the "American smile." They say that Americans are fake
because they often smile when they are not happy. Americans pretend to be happy
to see you when they're not. Moreover, the American smile is not as fake as it
seems. Many Americans are genuinely happy. Americans are positive people who
usually give strangers the benefit of the doubt.
Thailand is often referred to as "The Land of
Smiles." It got this nickname because, in Thailand, a smile is much more
than just a smile. It is a form of subtle interpersonal messaging. There are at
least 13 different smiles that a Thai person may use, each one having a very
specific meaning. Besides, most people from Asia, Latin America, Africa, and
Oceania all tend to wear a smile on their faces by default.
Africans share freely and enjoy
smiles with everyone including strangers. Smiles are also used to solve issues
among themselves, and this is an important tool for chiefs and clan heads. They
use their smiles to resolve disputes. After solving the problem with talks,
chiefs and traditional authorities normally ask the disputing parties to shake
hands and smile at each other.
Germans are very conservative
when it comes to outwardly showing expressions of happiness, especially via
smiling. In Korea, a smile is not just an expression of joy and humor, but
smiling can also indicate that one is feeling ashamed or embarrassed. For
example, Koreans may smile when they make a mistake.
In Cambodia, the smile also plays
a significant role in communication. It can mean hello, a simple
acknowledgment, but smiles are also used to hide worries, embarrassment, or
anger. The smile is connected to the Buddhist religion, where an inner smile
represents harmony and spirituality.
In India smiling is linked to falsity. Sometimes we cannot say what we feel so we just smile in response. However, smiling to mask inner feelings can sometimes make you feel worse about life. In India smiling does not mean you agree with another person. Always smiling and agreeing with your mother, educator, or boss will leave you very unhappy. That smile that comes from the heart and is true to your feelings is the most beautiful one.
Smile: An Effective
Icebreaker
Sometime in the last few thousand years, smiling became a
universal symbol of happiness. One of the first things that others
notice about you is a smile. It forms the first impression of you in the minds
of others. So whenever you smile, your smile is the best. A survey among U.S.
adults has revealed that an attractive smile has the greatest impact
on a positive first impression at work or in
personal relationships.
A warm expression can
make you appear much more approachable and friendly. A smile is an effective
icebreaker. A smile can be contagious and may evoke a similar expression from
the person you are meeting. A
beautiful smile can make a difference in your personal and in your professional
world. They say the eyes are the mirror of the soul, but a beautiful smile is a
reflection of your self-confidence.
A healthy and friendly
smile can have a significant impact on your first impression of others, please.
Body language plays a significant role in a first
impression. The way you carry yourself, maintaining good posture, and exuding a
relaxed and confident attitude, is crucial to making a good first impression.
Maintaining eye contact and smiling in a friendly manner are also important
parts of positive body language.
Your Biggest Assets
Smile is one of your
biggest assets. It easily builds your business. It will not be the reason for
feeling good for your customers but you and your employees also. If you smile,
it works as strength and hope for your family members. It's hard to ignore a beautiful smile because it radiates
happiness, health, and confidence. A simple smile can truly speak volumes and
can make others feel happy and at ease. A smile makes a person's day, anybody's day even a stranger's
day. A smile is infectious. So, you should start your day by infecting people
with your smile.
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