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Smiling Works!

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Smiling can work to counteract the effects of stress. By forcing ourselves to smile, we "trick" our body into believing that everything is good, thereby reducing stress.

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Like a switch, smiling can actually change your mood. So put a smile on, even if you don't feel like it, and pretty soon you'll be smiling for real.

Self-talk, "I start & end each day with a smile. And throughout the day I conciously practice smiling and feeling good about myself."
- Submitted by EDWARDS1411 3/31/2010 in Staying Positive | 2 Comments
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KOOCH4 3/31/2010 11:10:00 AM

    I love that comment , Edwards !
KEKEIKO 4/1/2010 9:59:00 AM

    and don't forget ... smiling is contagious! Although there are those exceptions that like to walk around with a frown but down let them get you down. Keep on smiling!
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Hugs, Keke

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