The Importance of a Smile

Q. How important and essential is to smile in life? How do you use it and when?

A. A smile is very important in our life for three main reasons:

First, it is the greatest asset we have because of the signals and messages it gives to others about who we are, what we want and how we wish to be. It is like a handy barometer to our mood and the type of disposition we have.

Second, it immediately tells someone we are approachable, we want to share the moment with them and we don't take ourselves too seriously. It also tells the other person they are valued.

Third, it is the biggest tool in interacting with strangers and making new friendships because we don't have to say anything. A smile cuts across language and says it all while making us seem even more attractive.

A smile should be used as routine, not saved for special moments, because it indicates your personality, the type of person you wish to be. Gloomy people are unattractive and dour. They repel others. A smiling person lets the sunshine in and gives others permission to smile too, and there is nothing more empowering in our life than this amazing asset we have.

by Ms CYPRAH - Thu Feb 21, 2008 9:28 AM EST

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