Famous psychologist Dale Carnegie said, “A smile costs nothing, but is very valuable.” Of course, it would be much easier to laugh with joy if there was a reason. But sometimes everything around you seems so gray that you feel squeezed like a lemon. It wasn’t easy, but we tried to find reasons to make you smile, even if you don’t actually want to.
Joy is like a virus
Even in a bad mood, a smile can activate the centers in the brain responsible for joy and pleasure and trigger the release of serotonin (the hormone of happiness) into the blood. This was proven by scientists from Stanford University. The fact is that the amygdala and amygdala come into play in case of danger, inhibiting the feeling of joy. No one needs to run away from the mammoth anymore, but in situations we perceive as stressful, the mechanism itself is instantly activated. Therefore, it is necessary to learn how to relax the body and work with psychosomatics. Additionally, humans are “pack animals” that sense each other’s moods. Even artificial happiness can be contagious. The livelier and more cheerful the atmosphere around you, the easier it will be for you to put your worries away.
Smile is social glue
Gabriel García Márquez said, “Never stop smiling, even when you are sad: Someone may fall in love with your smile.” And a really friendly face helps communication a lot. A smile makes the face softer and more beautiful. Evolution softened our ancestors’ “smile”, turning it into a friendly, romantic signal. Even a difficult person at the beginning can do more for you if you put a smile on their face. The example of the main character in Elinor Porter’s fairy tale “Polyanna” is illustrative: When the church congregation gave the poor girl a crutch instead of a doll, she was initially upset, until her father said that there was a reason to do so in any case. At least rejoice because you don’t need these crutches. Since then, the girl looked for reasons for optimism, which even the most melancholic and callous people could not resist.
Laughter prolongs life
Strangely enough, French physiologists have proven that smiling improves cognitive abilities because smiling increases blood flow to the brain by activating the muscles around the eyes and mouth. Laughter also helps lower blood sugar, reduce stress and improve sleep. Additionally, when in a state of joy, a person’s level of antibodies increases, which helps fight infections and improve the functioning of the immune system.
Smiling helps you get a promotion
A smile can also be a catalyst for good luck. It is known that optimists are promoted more easily. They even say that they don’t spit on smiling faces. There is an explanation for this. Cheerful people are more open to communication. They boost customer morale and impress with their responsiveness, which is reflected in successful transactions. Even if you are tormented by doubts, if you continue to put a good face on a bad game, your chances of a successful outcome increase exponentially. The principle of “fake it until you make it”, which is actively used by businessmen and politicians, applies here.
Despite all enemies!
And after all, you shouldn’t bring joy to ill-wishers with your bad mood. No matter what, stay positive and meditate. You can cry at home, but try to “save face” in public. Everyone has failures, the only question is whether you can rise from the ashes like a phoenix and continue until the end. We’re sure you’re talented!
Source: People Talk
Mary Crossley is an author at “The Fashion Vibes”. She is a seasoned journalist who is dedicated to delivering the latest news to her readers. With a keen sense of what’s important, Mary covers a wide range of topics, from politics to lifestyle and everything in between.
