Where In The World Is Your Smile?
June 20, 2011
Smiling is something that we do on a daily bases but we rarely think about the power that a smile can have. There are many interesting facts that revolve around a smile. In fact, did you know that women smile more often than men and that babies save a particular smile for only their loved ones? Your smile has the power to change the life and day of someone, even yourself! Psychologists have found that even if you’re in a bad mood, you can INSTANTLY lift your spirits by forcing yourself to smile….so, do yourself (and everyone around you) a favor and start smiling!!! Read on to learn more facts about smiling.
1. When someone smiles it is universally known as an expression of happiness and is recognized by almost all cultures.
2. A person who studies laughter is known as a ‘gelotologist’.
3. A smile is one of the most used human facial expressions. Smiles can use between 5 and 53 muscles.
4. We are born with the ability to smile, it is not something that we copy. Babies start smiling in their sleep as soon as they are born.
5. Smiles are more attractive than makeup! A research study conducted by Orbit Complete discovered that 69% of people find women more attractive when they smile than when they are wearing makeup!!
6. People can recognize smiles from up to 300 feet away, making it the most easily recognizable facial expression.
7. SMILES RELIEVE STRESS!!! Your body immediately releases endorphins when you smile, even when you force it. This sudden change in mood will help you feel better and relieve stress.
8. Smiles are contagious, so show us your smiles everyday!!!
