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Mom used to encourage me to smile.  She wisely taught that you can get away with a lot if you present things with a big smile.  I got a lot of traction with that advice, so I thought I’d pass it on.

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Smile –  #305

The other day, we did a show about losing weight and the struggle it can be. It was meant to make you smile. I hope it did. We know that a healthy body is important enough to work on it. But it can also have ironies that are humorous to say the least.

I like to smile, don’t you? I heard once how many facial muscles it takes to smile and a lot, lot more to frown. So, the decision to smile a lot is a good one, an easy one. One that brings rewards such as smiles returned and a feeling that perhaps you are lifting the day for someone who has not had many smiles that day.

What makes you smile? The face of a child, a kiss on the cheek, an email from a friend, an unexpected compliment? Maybe a youngster adorably struggling to learn a new skill? Well, I hope there are many things that bring a lift to your lips.

Smiles taste good and look good too! They’re like an instant facelift. They’ll do more for your sex appeal than stilettos or a hairpiece.

Are you smiling yet? Take a look in the mirror, next time you do. See how appealing you look wearing your favorite smile.

Here’s hoping you have cause to smile often today and every day.

P.S.   

And if you have a bad day and can find absolutely no reason to raise the corners of your lips, may you come in contact with people who are smiling. Borrow one of theirs. You can always give it back.

[Show #305]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Filed Under: Advice and Encouragement, Family and Friendship, Laughter, Joy, and Gratitude, Love and Kindness Tagged With: Happiness, Smile

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  1. Elizabeth says

    July 19, 2020 at

    What a perfect reminder for these strange times. It’s absolutely amazing that when I smile—even if I didn’t feel like doing it—I can feel myself get lighter and less tense. Hooray!

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  2. George Erdman says

    July 19, 2020 at

    Isn’t it amazing how much more attractive people are when they smile? And in a similar vein it’s interesting how irrelevant someone’s looks are when you love them.

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