The first scientific research on the smile began in the nineteenth century! A scientist from France named Guillaume Duchenne de Boulogne tried to thoroughly understand the functioning of the mysterious facial muscles. A lot of time has passed since that moment. But even today, specialists are interested in the depth of the processes of this wonderful solar phenomenon.
“A smile will brighten everyone, a smile in the sky will explode the rainbow. Smile your smile, and she will come back to you more than once. These words from a well-known children's song perfectly convey the state when a person sincerely smiles to the whole world. It has been noticed that a smile does wonders, opens doors and hearts, pacifies and tunes in a positive way. What is the secret of an ordinary smile? There are many well-known facts about this.
Fact number 1 (When smiling, the hormone of happiness is produced)
Endorphins are chemical compounds similar in their mode of action to opiates (morphine-like compounds), which are naturally produced in the neurons of the brain and have the ability to reduce pain and affect the emotional state. So, these endorphins (hormones of happiness) are produced when a person is happy and he smiles. Therefore, smiling people are more often happy and content with their lives, in contrast to those who constantly grumble and complain about it. Again, it was noticed that with the same diagnosis, cheerful people recover faster and are discharged from the medical institution faster than those who are constantly gloomy and sad. Smile and laughter are the best medicine that gives health and prolongs life.
Fact # 2 (Smiling makes a person more attractive)
People with sincere smiles on their faces are "damn" charming and attractive. The most beautiful face with the correct features, devoid of a smile, with a displeased or arrogant expression, becomes dull, repulsive and unpleasant. Here, neither the Greek nose, nor the eyes-lakes, nor the plump lips will save any more. All this means nothing if there is no ordinary sunny smile. Statistics also speaks for the reliability of this fact. Women who are not famous for their beauties, but friendly and smiling, more attract the attention of the opposite sex than their gorgeous, but gloomy, and therefore boring, friends.
Fact # 3 (Smiling is extremely contagious)
It is noticed that when a person smiles broadly, then he is also given a smile in return. It happens spontaneously. Even the most unhappy one can be “smiled” if you want. Here the only condition is that everything should be sincere, from the heart and not tortured. If a smile is also accompanied by a kind word, then the result will not be long in coming. And smiling fellow tribesmen will increase at times.
Fact # 4 (Smiling prolongs life)
The physical condition of the body is inextricably linked with mental health. Grousers are more likely to suffer from colds and digestive system disorders. For those who do not rejoice and do not smile, the world around them seems boring and gray. If you try a long-liver, how he lived to such an old age, surely among the many useful advice there is one that all the "old watchmen" will say about - you need to smile more. Not all of them were lucky with their living conditions, moreover, for many, it was quite difficult. But keeping a sense of humor, smiling, overcoming difficulties, they extended their life path. And now, smiling with toothless mouths, they are ready to share their incredible optimism with those who need it.
Fact # 5 (Smiling makes your voice nice too)
Even if you don't even see the person you are talking to on the phone, you can feel that he is smiling. Since his voice changes first of all. It becomes soft, melodic and pleasant to the ear. It is easier for a smiling person to get a job in a company that actively works with clients (for example, in a call center). The voices of such employees should be distinguished by affability and soft timbre. They win over the interlocutor and inspire confidence.
Fact number 6 (It's easier to go up the career ladder with a smile)
It's no secret that a smiling person evokes a pleasant feeling. Alertness and distrust disappear towards him. Such a person seems confident in his abilities, who knows a lot about everything and has information. Any business can be entrusted to such a person, and he will perform it best. These are the associations caused by someone who smiles broadly and sincerely. You certainly do not expect from him "a stone in the notorious bosom." Sociability and smile open up opportunities for a person to make a good career for himself.
Fact number 7 (Happy people smile in a dream)
Often, when a sleeping person smiles in a dream, he sees something very good and positive. His brain is relaxed, and if there are more happy moments in his life, he certainly smiles, experiencing this state during the night's rest. It was also noticed that babies smile in their sleep, and these "little lucky ones" definitely have no reason to be unhappy, since they are just beginning their journey, and everything on their horizon is cloudless at the moment.
Fact number 8 (A smile says more than words)
Often a person can say the right words, while his face will be absolutely impenetrable, and the effect will be completely opposite. And a silent smile, on the contrary, will become an influencing agent. She can be approving, encouraging, and soothing. And all this can happen without a word. The smile also works in a foreign country, the language of which is completely unfamiliar. It is much easier for a smiling tourist to travel. Again shaking hands, hugging, and bowing have different meanings in different cultures, but smiling is known around the world and across all cultures as a universal way of getting closer. It is simple, and therefore understandable to all, without exception, the peoples of the world. That is why, when going on a trip, it is always better to smile than to gesticulate - foreigners may find some gestures offensive. A smile will bring you to Rome!
Fact number 9 (A real smile cannot be faked)
It is a well-established fact that a sincere smile (lasts about 4 seconds on average) lifts the corners of the lips upward. And even at this moment, eyes squint at the same time. The usual smile, which is under control, pulls the corners of the lips to the sides. For example, in the United States, a smile is an indispensable attribute in society. As an element of clothing. And it does not always denote the true attitude of a person to society. Knowing this, you can always recognize if a person smiles when you meet, because he is really glad, or just because of the usual politeness.
Fact number 10 (A bad mood will change a smile)
In fact, if a person is in a bad mood, you just need to force yourself to smile. Let it be a weak smile at first, but it will do its job. The mood will definitely improve. And this is not a hackneyed auto-training, but a normal physiological process of the body. When you smile, all the muscles relax a little, and breathing becomes even, calming down. Anxiety, resentment and blues will recede. And let there be no special reason to jump for joy, but the depression will go away one hundred percent. The mood will improve markedly.
Fact number 11 (Smiling often reconciles quarreled people)
A bad peace is always better than a good war. When people quarreled, but they are dear to each other, it is possible and necessary to make peace. There is nothing better than coming to a friend with a sincere smile. Sometimes no words are needed. After all, a smile will tell you everything by itself. She will both apologize and confess love and friendship, and indicate sadness because of the breakup.
Fact number 12 (Smile will brighten everyone)
This phrase perfectly characterizes its effect on others. Indeed, it becomes brighter both literally and figuratively. A person seems to radiate some kind of light when he smiles. They call him that: "clear sun", "light of the eyes", "bright ray".
Fact number 13 (With a smile, cooked dishes are always tastier)
It has been noticed more than once that food prepared with a good and smiling mood is much tastier. A hilarious chef simply cannot cook badly. After all, he loves his job and treats it with full responsibility. He feels real pleasure when his dishes are delighted with their unsurpassed taste. If you take an ordinary hostess in your kitchen when she is upset, then even her signature dish will not turn out as tasty as always. Therefore, you need to do everything with a smile and in a good mood.
A smile is given to a person to be more communicative. Of course, it is not always possible to maintain a good mood and good mood. Everyone has gloomy days, but you always need to remember that the clouds will disperse, and the sun will definitely look out.
