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2857: How to Overcome Negative Thoughts & Increase Inner Joy AND Why Smiling is Good For You by Ellen Burgan

Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

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Why Smiling Is Good for You

There's actually scientific explanation for why smiling is contagious. When you smile, your facial muscle movement triggers a release of endorphins. Since it's the physical muscle movement that is the trigger, a fake smile works as good as the real thing. There's even research that says people who smile a lot tend to live longer.

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