5 Reasons to Smiling More Frequently

Have you ever been in a tense or uncomfortable situation where everything that comes to mind seems too lame or stupid to say? We’re sure there must be a plethora of such instances. What are you going to do? Try to make excuses to leave, or simply walk away? Why not, after all? That is the simplest option. But have you ever considered smiling and letting your smile speak for itself? Isn’t that correct?

The most powerful tool in a human’s arsenal is the smile. It is powerful enough to melt even the hardest of hearts, yet delicate enough to never cause harm unless used sarcastically. Even therapists recommend that people smile as much as possible to keep their spirits up and their moods uplifted.

Here are 5 reasons that will persuade you to smile more often and frequently than ever before.

It’s a magic wand to solve problems

If you can’t escape the situation or the person, try smiling at him/her and complimenting him/her. No matter how rude the person is, there is a good chance that your sweet gesture will spread its magic and make them feel a little embarrassed for how they behaved. Even if it doesn’t, you’ll be able to sail through that particular moment.

It is a stress reliever.

It is a stress-buster

You’re in a meeting with your boss and coworkers. There are some serious discussions taking place, and then there is a deafening silence in the room. Nobody knows what to do at this point. Take the initiative, smile, and speak up. Whether it’s a joke you want to tell, a compliment you want to give someone, or just a suggestion for the next business move, a smile will brighten the situation for you and everyone else in the room. Why you might ask? Because smiling causes the brain to release endorphins, which are stress-relieving hormones.

It’s a universal language

Consider yourself in a foreign country, surrounded by people who speak a foreign language. What are your plans? Simply smile at people. Your smile will do the rest of the talking for you. Whether you’re looking for assistance or simply don’t want to appear suspicious, your smile will spread the message for you. Not to mention that it is a symbol of peace and love.

It kills negativity

Crying is sometimes the simplest option when one is stressed, exhausted, tense, or upset. However, the power of a smile is such that it can gradually but steadily melt all negative emotions and fill you with positivity. While it may appear unrealistic to you, and you may even wonder how one can smile in a difficult situation, all we can say is to try it at least once and see for yourself. Although it is difficult, it is the only viable solution to certain situations and problems.

It’s a magic pill to boost confidence

If you ever find yourself lacking confidence, smile to yourself and say to yourself, “I’ve got this.” If you’re the ones who say, ‘I can’t.’ This isn’t really my cup of tea.’ Experiment with a phoney smile. Yes, you read that correctly. Even a phoney smile can fool your brain and improve your mood. Simply take this magic pill of a fake smile and observe the results for yourself.