Indeed, perfect happiness often lies in the small, everyday moments, rather than grand events. Remember, happiness is not a destination, but a journey. It’s the accumulation of small, joyful moments that add up to a life well-lived. Just as a beautiful sunset is made up of individual rays of light, a grandchild’s giggle is a collection […]
Smiling is not just a simple expression of joy; it can have profound effects on our well-being. Engaging in activities that induce smiling and laughter can stimulate positive emotions, which in turn may help improve cognitive function and memory. Research suggests that the act of smiling triggers the release of neuropeptides that work to fight […]
I am a leader in a number of groups and I think it is important for the members of the group to be on the same page. Synchronizing a group’s mood is the process where members of a group tend to converge emotionally, often unconsciously. Smiling plays a significant role in this process. In a […]
One notable study was conducted by Wayne State University in 2010. Researchers looked at baseball card photos of Major League players from 1952. They found that players who had genuine smiles in their photos lived an average of 7 years longer than those who didn’t smile. This study suggests that having a positive outlook, as […]
Smiling and laughter can have significant health benefits, particularly for individuals over 65 for several reasons. Smiling releases endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine, natural stress relievers. which lowers stress levels helping to reduce blood pressure and to improve heart health, which is especially important for older adults. Smiling can help with pain management as the endorphins released […]
Smiling and laughter can have significant health benefits, particularly for individuals over 65 for several reasons. Smiling releases endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine, natural stress relievers. which lowers stress levels helping to reduce blood pressure and to improve heart health, which is especially important for older adults. Smiling can help with pain management as the endorphins released […]
The power of a smile cannot be overstated. It’s a universal language that transcends cultural and linguistic barriers, conveying warmth, kindness, and understanding without a single word. A smile can transform a stranger into a friend, diffuse tension in a stressful situation, and uplift someone feeling down. Its impact is profound, reaching both the giver […]
The idea that there is silence at the center of each person, an untrammelled space where the inner voice grows free to speak, is a powerful reminder of the creative potential that lies within us all. The notion that this space expands in solitude is a testament to the importance of quiet contemplation and introspection […]
Whenever conferring with another either face to face or across the miles—whether a human being, departed spirit, or sentient tree, always speak to the highest within them. It makes such a difference. Speaking to the highest within another being can have a deep impact on the interaction, regardless of whether it’s a human being, a departed […]
I was sent the following quote the other week. “Those who achieve great things, defeat long odds, and become legends, don’t have anything you don’t have. They just kept showing up, expecting a miracle, long after everyone else got practical.” I thought it was a powerful and inspiring thought! Here is why Everyone has the […]
