Smiling has many benefits-smiles can make you seem friendly and approachable, appear attractive and can even make you happier and less stressed. Although for some people, smiling is easy to do, for others who are used to serious expressions, smiling can be an awkward thing to do. If you are one of those people who want to learn to smile, this is the place to be. This article provides some useful tips and tricks to flaunt your white teeth in no time!
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Part 1 of 2: Train Yourself to Smile More
Step 1. Practice in front of a mirror
If you want to be really good at something, you have to practice, right? Well, so is smiling. If you're not the kind of person who smiles a lot, you should get used to knowing what it's like to smile and learn to imitate smiling more naturally. Practice when no one else is around, such as the bathroom, bed, car. Thus, you will be more relaxed.
- Every morning, try to look in the mirror and smile at yourself. Concentrate on making your smile look more natural by widening it to the corners of your eyes. A smile on the lips won't convince anyone.
- Find a smile you want to like and try to remember how your face feels when you smile like that. That way, you can imitate that smile in everyday situations.
Step 2. Imagine happy times or your loved ones
It's no secret that happiness can bring a smile, so why not take advantage of it? If you find yourself in a situation where you have to smile naturally, try remembering happy times or the faces of a loved one.
These positive mental images will instantly help your mood or mood and help you smile more naturally. Bottom line: Think fun things
Step 3. Observe the faces of people who like to smile
Everyone knows at least one friend who smiles, as if smiling was the most natural thing to do in this world. Someone who can smile easily, at anyone under any circumstances. Most likely, this person is liked by the crowd, is considered approachable and trustworthy. This is the great power of a smile. Take time to interact with this person, just the two of you in a socializing situation and observe how and when they smile.
- Make a mental note of how often they smile and the circumstances that make them smile. Do they smile when you say funny things? Or even when you're not joking? Do they smile politely or do they look genuinely happy?
- Now that you've seen how someone with a natural smile can direct everyday conversation, you can be more confident in adopting similar behaviors and adding a smile to your social interactions.
Step 4. Find a smile partner
In these situations, having a partner to help with your goal of smiling more often can help. This partner could be a romantic partner, a best friend or even a co-worker – it doesn't matter as long as he or she is someone you can rely on and has a great sense of humor. Their job is to signal when you forget to smile. This sign is the time for you to develop a radiant smile.
- You can use small signals, such as the blink of an eye or subtle hand movements, so that you can communicate even if you are on opposite sides of the room.
- Many smiley-loving people can get annoyed when other people tell them to “smile!” or "put on a happy face". But if you're the one asking a friend to remind you, it's important to remember that you don't get annoyed or angry when they go on the mission. Remember – you are the one asking for their help!
Step 5. Choose a smile trigger
Similar to “Smile buddy” as in the previous step, a smile trigger is something that will make you smile whenever you see or hear it. It could be a few words like, “Thank you” or “Please”, it could be a green note on your computer screen, or the sound of a phone ringing or someone laughing.
- If you have chosen a trigger, make a conscious effort to smile when you are confronted with that trigger. It may sound stupid, but it will get you into the habit of smiling on command, which can help you in both business and social situations.
- Another fun idea is to draw a smiley face in places you see it often, like the back of your hand. Do this every day and remember to smile whenever you see him, anywhere and with anyone.
Step 6. Smile at strangers
You may have heard that smiling is contagious. That when you smile at people, they can't do anything but smile back. Test the theory out and try smiling at a stranger at least once a day -- whether it's someone on the street, someone at work, school or the person sitting next to you in traffic. Imagine that one friendly act like that would become a chain reaction and your smile would go viral. Beautiful feeling, right?
- In reality, some people will think you're weird and won't respond to your smile, but don't let this stop you. See your smile as an act of kindness that can make someone else's life a little brighter.
- But if the other person smiles back (and often will), you've shared a special moment with that person, creating an instant connection with another human being that will fuel you for the next step.
Step 7. Keep a smile journal
Within two or three weeks, make it a habit to spend a few minutes a day writing a short description of each time you smile and why. With time, you'll find patterns and realize the interactions and events that really make you genuinely smile.
- Maybe when you see a cute squirrel jumping on tree branches or when you call an old friend. As you begin to notice things that make you smile, you can consciously make an effort to find them in your daily life.
- Another good reason to keep a smile journal is so you can reread it when you're feeling down and remind yourself of the feelings when you were really happy. This can cheer you up and help keep you smiling.
Step 8. Exercise your facial muscles
Stretching your facial muscles by doing tension and release exercises can make your face smile more naturally, and make it less awkward. One more exercise with the same muscle in a twitch is as follows:
Take a pencil and place it between your lips. Open your mouth and place the pencil between your teeth, as far as you can go. Bite the pencil into place and stay in this position for thirty seconds. Repeat once a day
Step 9. Fake a smile until you really feel it
Smiling more often can feel weird at first--it may feel unnatural and fake. But don't give up. Other people won't notice the difference, and the more you do it, the more natural and natural your smile will feel.
- Smiling is a habit, so if you repeat it often enough, you'll smile without even thinking-which is the main goal you're trying to achieve.
- Make your smile look less fake by smiling with your eyes and mouth. A genuine smile is characterized by the slight wrinkling of the muscles around the eyes, so this is what you should aim for.
Part 2 of 2: Make Yourself Happy
Step 1. Think about the good things life has to offer
For every negative thought you have, remind yourself of the good things in life. Friends, family, chocolate, sky diving, wine, your pet, favorite television show – whatever makes you happy!
Step 2. Listen to upbeat music
Music has the power to move people, keep them out of trouble, encourage and bring peace. It doesn't matter what kind of music you choose – Beethoven or Britney Spears – as long as it's uplifting and uplifting.
Step 3. Avoid negative people
Just as smiles and laughter are contagious, bad moods and negative feelings are contagious. This is why you should always try to avoid people who gossip, cause trouble, and always frown. Surround yourself with happy and positive people and you will find yourself smiling subconsciously.
Step 4. Take up a hobby that relaxes you
The more relaxed you are, the better the world will appear, and it will be easier to smile. A relaxing hobby will also provide an opportunity for you to take time for yourself and be at peace with the world, without the stress of having to connect with other people. Try doing something like yoga, sailing, or simply stealing time to soak in a warm bath.
Step 5. Do things spontaneously
Life is an adventure and take every opportunity that is thrown at you. Spice it up by doing occasional spontaneous things like walking in the rain, sketching objects or people, or randomly calling your friends out. You will make great memories – each one contributes to a happy life.
Step 6. Take one good deed every day
Taking time each day to do good deeds can make the world a better place. It doesn't need to be a big thing-you can give charity, hold the elevator door for someone else, buy coffee for the person in line behind you-anything that makes other people's lives easier or more enjoyable. Their smile of appreciation can sustain your mood throughout the day.
Step 7. Spend some time laughing
People say laughter is good medicine, so get your daily dose by watching a funny video, reading a comic in the newspaper or going out with a funny friend. Laughter releases endorphins which can make you feel happier and therefore smile more easily!
Step 8. Surround yourself with friends and family
Spending time with the people you love is a great way to support health and happiness. Sure, they can drive you crazy sometimes, but you certainly wouldn't want to trade them for anything in the world. Make time for the people you love, enjoy their company and appreciate the things that make them meaningful. If you do this, you'll never have a hard time finding the motivation to smile.
