This week on my
biz FB page I've been discussing the
visual aspects of interacting, i.e., the
smile. While that word,
smile prompts us to think of the mouth, lips and teeth, the key to a
genuine smile is farther up the face, i.e., in and around the
eyes. That's because the muscles needed to truly smile with our eyes are involuntary. So, where there are no pillows below the eyes or crow's feet while smiling, well, you're experiencing a mere
courtesy smile. (Isn't that reason enough to avoid Botox!) Make you smile?! This prompts the question: In certain circumstances, which is better, a disingenuous
courtesy smile or no smile at all? Or, how about bringing forth an authentic smile and seeing what happens to you and to 'them'. Everyone might be surprised by what possibilities arise.
I encourage you to find reasons to
smile, even
laugh everyday. Why? According to
Help Guide, research shows that smile-inducing laughter has physical, mental and social benefits.
Laughter is a powerful antidote to stress, pain, and conflict. Nothing works faster or more dependably to bring your mind and body back into balance than a good laugh. Humor lightens your burdens, inspires hopes, connects you to others, and keeps you grounded, focused, and alert.
Perhaps best of all, this priceless dose of happiness, when administered authentically, is easy to use, fun(ny) and free!
The
eyes have it!
Dana
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