A Smile is very powerful. It not only changes the external environment for us, it changes our inner word as well. And cultivating this habit can transform our lives. A smile communicates what words cannot.
It builds friendship. Not only does it evoke a friendly response, people develop comfort around us, even if they differ with us.
It disarms hostility. Very often when we are faced with aggressive people and behaviour, a smile paves the way for a discussion.
It breaks deadlocks and eases tension. I recall I was negotiating with a very sharp businessman, much more experienced than me. His team was pushing very hard and I could see very soon it would lead to a battle of intellects and become and ego issue. In that split moment, I had a strong sense to change the way things were going. Suddenly I pushed aside all our papers and calculations, smiled at him and said – “Friends don’t negotiate. They find a way to help each other.” Our transaction was done in ten minutes.
It expresses our Joy and Happiness. And this resonates with others because deep within, each one of us has a need to be happy. And without realising it, people connect with us differently, paving the way for enduring relationships – personal and professional.
And a smile helps us within. When the burden of life seems too much to carry and we have done our best, being able to smile at the situation, no matter how tough, breaks its intensity. It doesn’t change the situation but lightens the load we feel, opening the window for us to explore deeper strengths. And that’s all we need – just an opening. A smile gives us that.
And as we grow internally, we smile not because of, but in spite of our situation. And when we learn to smile with our eyes, we realise we are living a life of Love and Joy. And that’s when we have learnt to truly Smile.
Smile – Increases face value 😊
It absolutely does !
Lovely
It truly resonates with me. Whatever situation you are in, a smile changes everything. Moreover i love to smile, even when i write this, i smile and it gives me a very good feeling.
absolutely 😊
A genuine smile reflects the peace and tranquility within you.