Smile, and the world smiles with you!
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Why smiling is good for you!
Did you know that it only takes seventeen face muscles to smile and, in contrast, a whopping forty-three muscles for your mouth to go the other way? Yet smiles are often underused, under-rated and under-appreciated. A simple smile can make the world a better and brighter place if only everyone took more time to do it and really mean it. Read on and hopefully, one is already on your face by the time you've reached the bottom of this page.
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The world always looks brighter from behind a smile. ~Author Unknown
See what the simple act of smiling can do.
Even more things to smile about!
1. Smiling makes us more attractive.
Look at a frowning person and a smiling person -- which one draws you in and makes you want to know him/her better? A smile is the simplest, most effective way of making anyone look pleasant, attractive, and appealing.
2. Smiling can change our mood in an instant.
Next time you are feeling down, try putting on a smile because there's a good chance you mood will change for the better. Smiles are infectious, even within ourselves.
3. Smiling is infectious.
When a person is smiling, he/she lights up a room. A smiling person brings happiness with them, imagine what a room full of smiling people can do. Better yet, imagine what a world full of smiling people is like!
4. Smiling can relieve stress.
It takes forty-three muscles to frown and only seventeen muscles to smile. No wonder you're stressed! Get that frown off your face and replace it with a quick, easy smile. You'll feel more relaxed in a jiffy!
5. Smiling releases endorphins, natural pain killers and serotonin.
Studies have shown that smiling releases endorphins, natural pain killers, and serotonin. Together these three make us feel good. Smiling is a natural feel-good drug!
Read the following websites to see more reasons why everyone should stop frowning and start smiling:
- Reasons to Smile - Health Benefits of Smiling
- Smiling not only makes us look younger and more attractive, it also brings numerous health benefits. Put on a smile on your face with these ten benefits of smiling.
- Smile! The Remarkable Personal Benefits of Smiling
- Learn why research says smiling is "like eating 2000 chocolate bars," how smiling is clinically proven to help you fight illness, and why another study found that the intensity of a woman's smile can predict her marital success!
- Benefits of Smiling
- We could all do with a bit of cheering up every now and then, so with research suggesting that all we need to do is smile, we look at how a simple facial expression could help lighten your mood.
- Health Benefits From Smiling | LIVESTRONG.COM
- Health Benefits From Smiling. A good smile can brighten up the room. People who frequently smile are perceived to be more in control, at ease and attractive than those who dont.
- The Benefits of Smiling | USmile Magazine
- Smiling is one of the most enjoyable things that we do. It is the way we express ourselves when we are experiencing pleasure, amusement or derision. There are many benefits of smiling, which may help us lead happier, healthier, and longer lives.
You're Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile
from the 1982 production of Little Orphan Annie
Lyrics by Martin Charnin
Performed by Peter Marshall, Loni Ackerman, Murphy Cross, Nancy Sinclair & Angela Martin
Smile - it increases your face value.
~ Author Unknown
A book that will make you smile
Mr. Happy (Mr. Men and Little Miss)
In this story, Mr. Happy meets Mr. Miserable and brings him out of his misery into Happyland. Not only is this cartoony little book very entertaining for kiddies because of the colorful cartoons and playful rhymes, it's also clever and witty and teaches positivity while warming the heart and soul.
Mr. Happy (Mr. Men and Little Miss)
Amazon Price: $0.50 (as of 02/15/2012)
They're back! Rediscover the zaniest characters you've ever met in this best-selling series which has sold millions worldwide. Just in time for Fall 1997's hot new animated TV show, Mr. Men and Little Miss are being relaunched in the U. S. Bright and e for Fall 1997's hot new animated TV show, Mr. Men and Little Miss are being relaunched in the U. S. Bright and charming, with easily recognizable characters and a small take-along format, Mr. Men and Little Miss books are easy enough for young readers, witty enough for humor-prone adults, and highly collectible for one and all!
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- This makes me smile so much. So freakin' gorgeous. :( http://thisisthriller.tumblr.com/post/262974050
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- A young couple on bus draw TC heart E on steamed window and take a photo of it together. The event makes me smile and admire what they have.
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- i meet someone who makes me smile and tells me im beautiful Lord please keep him in my life for he is what i have been praying for all along
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- It always makes me smile when my yoga teacher finishes up with`rub a dub dub' and`bang bang' after using the proper Sanskrit terms all class
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- i love when people spell awkward, akward. it makes me smile.
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Smile, music and lyrics by Charlie Chaplin
performed by Michael Jackson
A smile a day keeps the doctor away
Surround yourself with smiling faces!
Wear a smile - one size fits all. ~Author Unknown
Short films and videos that have made me smile.
Check them out and see why.
Smile For No Good Reason
by Dr. Lee Jampolsky
Smile for No Good Reason
Amazon Price: $8.92 (as of 02/15/2012)
Smile For No Good Reason "presents clear and concise ways-that you can begin right now-to begin living a happier and more meaningful life. You will learn how to feel more peaceful and be more productive by replacing the automatic ways you react from fear with new perceptions of yourself and the world." It's a book you can pick up often and find guidance, no matter which page you open it to.
Give a gift that smiles back!
Smiley Face Gift Items
Peace begins with a smile.
~ Mother Teresa
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Lenses that always bring a smile to my face
Visit them and you'll have smiles on your faces in no time.
Smile - sunshine is good for your teeth. ~Author Unknown
What's making people smile these days?
Let's find out shall we.
Read the following blog entries and see what's making everyone smile.- Miss Piggy At The BAFTAs Makes Me Smile
- I know some of you may be suffering from Muppet overload (seriously, how could you be suffering from Muppets overload?) but you have to watch this red carpet event starring Miss Piggy. The divine swine rocked the red carpet interviews with pizazz.
- A dental experience that makes me smile
- ... because it's longer than the one next to it," he reasoned. "And, subconsciously, you want them to be the same length. If you really want, you could have it shortened so they're even. But you want my advice?" A dental experience that makes me smile.
- Book Fest author Libbie Summers shares pig-centric recipes from 'The Whole Hog ...
- And the Best Ever Family Reunion Chocolate Sheet Cake ... well, that's just because it makes me smile. Smile because I know my late, hog-farming grandma, Lula Mae, would have licked the pan clean. And smile because when I made it for President Carter ...
- Valentine's Day Rebellion
- The sight of pink and purple construction-paper hearts makes me smile, and I always appreciate a good red-sprinkle cupcake, not to mention the always-present possibility that someone will give me chocolate. But the 90-plus Valentine's cards my four ...
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What makes *you* smile?
Let me know, it just might make me smile too!
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A-Redneck
May 5, 2011 @ 11:06 am | delete
- Beautiful. This certainly put a smile on my face this morning :)
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Mrmakingusmile
Nov 22, 2010 @ 12:20 pm | delete
- I enjoyed my visit. Thanks for making me smile.
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JaguarJulie
Nov 21, 2010 @ 8:00 am | delete
- Ah ... "Smile For No Good Reason!"
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kt_glasses Oct 12, 2010 @ 9:35 pm | delete
- Cute ideas~ I love playing around with my cat after a day of work, which can really cheer me up and give me big smiles.
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WeddingZazzle
Apr 12, 2010 @ 9:50 pm | delete
- Cute concept for a lense. The great thing about smiles is that they are free to give away. Angel blessed :)
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Books to make you smile
Smile by Raina Telgemeier
Smile
Amazon Price: $5.99 (as of 02/15/2012)
When she was in sixth grade, Telgemeier tripped while running and lost her two front teeth. In the years that followed, she went through a torturous series of dental surgeries and repairs, the trauma of which was mirrored by the social struggles she experienced during her adolescence.
Smile! by Leigh Hodgkinson
Smile!
Amazon Price: $0.01 (as of 02/15/2012)
Meet Sunny. She is usually happy-sunshiny even! But not today. She's lost one of her favorite things: her smile. Is it . . . In her pocket?Under Mr. Honeycomb's basket? Or did Glittergills take it? This exuberant picture book shows that happiness is often right under your nose.
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