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The Power of a Simple Smile

By Lifecoach Leslie on August 18, 2010
The Power of a Simple Smile

How often have you woken up on the wrong side of the bed or had a bad encounter with someone and assumed the rest of your day would follow suit? Then, out of the blue, you are side swapped with a smile from a stranger or friend. You physically feel lighter, with a glimpse of hope for the rest of your day. A simple smile actually turned your day around. Who can deny the power of a smile, the impact a smile can make from one person to another?

Commit to Smiling

What if you harnessed that same logic for yourself and committed to smile even when you weren't feeling in the best of moods. Could you change your own mood and situation by "faking" to be happy? At the very least you could make someone else feel good. Would the act of smiling impact your mood? It is truly amazing what a simple act of kindness can do for yourself and others around you. Who is to say your smile didn't come at the exact right moment for someone having a horrible day? Your actions will soon become habit and you will wonder why you are feeling more optimistic and genuinely happy. Here are three ways to get you smiling this week!

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1. Smile for the Sake of Smiling

Make an effort to smile more during the day. Smile to yourself as well as others and notice the impact it has on everyone. Most of us don't realize the effect we can have on others' lives. Make it a point this week to smile when you least feel like smiling.

2. Write it Down

This week, make a point of writing down your experiences with the "smile experiment". Keep a journal or notepad and write down every evening what effect your smiling had. Write down how you felt. Write down how it affected your day. Write down the differences it made. Being aware and fully present not only keeps you in the moment, but opens your eyes to the power of your actions.

3. Impact Another

This week, make a commitment to smile at 5 strangers every day. It may feel awkward at first, but again, this is about expanding your comfort zone. You can truly make a difference in the life of another with a simple smile. Try it out this week and see how it feels. Notice how it changes your own outlook and mood.

About the Author

Lifecoach Leslie : Leslie Gail is a lifestyle expert, best-selling Author, MomTV webshow host and radio host. Her most valuable job however is being a mom to two wonderful children. She is a seasoned life coach with a wealth of experience, and has helped countless people transform their lives in positive ways. She is passionate about offering simple and practical advice that moms can relate to and connect with. She can be seen every Tuesday LIVE on her MomTV webshow, where she chats with moms from all over the country. You can also listen to her radio show on Mondays where she connects with other renowned self help experts. You can visit her website at www.newlifefocus.com for free advice and resources. She also contributes material to Her Channel at www.herchannel.com/newlifefocus She currently lives in Denver with her husband and two children.