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).                                              ...

Overcoming the Blues We all have those days when we feel down or moody. How we handle those moments makes all the difference. From enjoying the healing power of nature to indulging in a good laugh, there are practical ways to lift your spirits.  In this post, I’ll share my go-to mood boosters and introduce you to my latest music video,    In a Happy Mood . Moody? Whenever I'm feeling moody, I prefer retail therapy.:) But there are times when budget is tight and when that happens, I'd prefer to take long bus rides as doing so somehow works in lifting up my spirit. What about you?  Things That You Could Do When You're Feeling Moody 1. Watch Comedies. When you watch comedies, it will most likely make you laugh. And according to mayoclinic.org , laughter could help improve your mood. 2. Be in Nature Being in nature and absorbing the beauty of nature could help a person forget (albeit temporarily) the things that make them moody.  Nature has a unique way of lifting o...