Smile



Introduction 
Smiling is more than a facial expression; it's a natural mood booster and a tool for spreading joy, especially during tough times. 

Studies have shown that smiling can elevate our mood, relieve stress and even give us a youthful glow. (https://www.verywellmind.com/top-reasons-to-smile-every-day-2223755)

Benefits of Smiling

Smiling is a stress reliever. We're living in a fast-paced world where stress is inevitable, and so it's good to smile more. 

Smiling also makes you happier. Smiling could give you a youthful appearance too and...it's free, as Tom Wilson has aptly put it: "A smile is a facelift that's in everyone's price range." 

So for all the ladies out there, you might want to smile more (that is, if you want to look youthful and yet don't want to spend any money on beauty products, etc).                                                                               

Smile?

It's not easy to smile when you're facing troubles, especially if you're facing all kinds of troubles that seek to get you down. But it's during such times that you should try to smile more. If you find it hard to smile, maybe you could watch comedies or listen to jokes?

Make Others Smile

You could make yourself smile by making others smile. How? You could do something for them that is pleasant and unexpected. 

Perform an act of kindness for a total stranger when you're feeling blue or when you're experiencing emotional pain, because it's likely to put a smile on your face when the other person responds with a smile and a "Thank you". When you're helping others, you're helping yourself. It's true.

Conclusion 
As World Smile Day approaches, remember that a smile costs nothing yet holds immense power. Use it to uplift your spirit, relieve stress and brighten someone else’s day. After all, each smile brings a little more positivity into the world.



Cheers,

Annie Chan

(P/s: Please subscribe to my YouTube channel here: Annie's Music Everywhere. Thanks!:)

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