SMILES !

Yep, so it looks like im back after a few days.

Anyways, had this interesting discussion with my crew the previous Sunday.

Its was a W.D.A session [ wonder, discuss, action ] .

This month's theme for WDA is on SMILES.

So here's the analysis & conclution we had at the end.

A smile is so simple, yet so powerful.

so what do you benefit from externalizing your internal joy?

People will be attracted to you

-- I don’t mean sexually (well, maybe that too), but people will feel drawn to your energy.

When you smile more, you will carry an aura and poise that will draw people to you.

People will look forward to being around you, knowing only that they feel great around you.

People on the street, at work, your friends etc.

We all like and want to be around happy and cheerful people, right?

Optimistic

-- You’ll feel more positive about yourself and the world.

Happiness & Joy

-- A smile is an expression of happiness and joy in you.

Like an upward spiral, a smile will boost the happiness you feel.

Healthy

-- A smile can affect your internal state, which can have physiological impact on your physical and mental health.

Approachable

-- A smile is so welcoming and will make people feel more at ease.

Making Other People Happy

-- A smile has the power to make other people feel good about themselves.

It’s heart-warming and has the power to cheer up others instantly.

It's Contagious !

-- Others can quickly and easily catch it and will experience the above ‘side effects’.

The 5 Habits of Highly Happy People

Most people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.

Being a Part of Something They Believe In

-- They engage themselves in something they strongly believe in.

This engagement brings happiness and meaning into their lives.

Share Time with Friends and Family

-– A happy life is a life shared with friends and family.

Reflect on the Good

-- A continuous general awareness of your daily successes can have a noticeably positive affect on your overall emotional happiness

Create Happy Endings Whenever Possible

-- People always remember the ending.

If the ending is happy, the experience creates happiness.

Always tie loose ends, leave things on a good note, and create happy endings in your life whenever possible.

Use Personal Strengths to Get Things Done

- Emotional happiness comes naturally to those who use their strengths to get things done.

And last but not least, we always end our W.D.A with a challenge for the team =]

Take The Smiling Challenge!

Smile at Strangers

-- You know those times when we cross paths with a stranger or accidentally catch someone’s gaze, and we (both) would suddenly look away in awkwardness or pretend we are looking at something else? Well, the challenge is to give them a big smile. A genuine smile, showing teeth and everything. Deepak Chopra talks about giving each person you encounter a small gift. We do this with a smile. Why not? It doesn’t cost us anything. Plus, it’s a lot more fun than feeling awkward and pretending you’re not there. We also love to see people’s reactions when you smile at them, and they aren’t expecting it. Some blush, and others are surprised and smile back, which makes me feel all warm inside.

Smile at Homeless People and Street Hagglers

-- They too need attention and acknowledgment. So, give them a gift worth more than money.Next time someone asks you for money, don’t try to ignore them.

Smile Fully

-- You know that half smile we give people when we’re trying to be polite? Like on an elevator, bumping in someone at the front door, or waiting in line. Why not practice giving them a real smile? It’ll be less awkward and you can potentially make someone’s day, or a new friend

A Small Compliment with Your Smile

-- When meeting or encountering people. Look for things you admire or like about them, however small, let them know. A small genuine compliment can go a long way to lift people’s spirits.

Alright, I guess that's about it on this topic.