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Everyone is born with the ability to smile. Babies can smile when they are around two months old.

A smile can communicate many emotions such as joy, gratitude, kindness, contentment, and friendliness. There is more to a smile than just expressing an emotion. Numerous psychological and scientific case studies have shown that a person’s smile can affect their happiness and overall health.

Science Behind Smiling

A smile can do so much more than you realize. Smiles activate neural messaging in your brain. When you smile, neurotransmitters that make you feel good are released. These neurotransmitters include dopamine and endorphins as well as serotonin and oxytocin. Dopamine is the feel-good hormone. It keeps people motivated and enjoy life.

Endorphins can be released during physical activity and help people overcome stress and pain. The feeling of importance is derived from serotonin. Oxytocin helps people build trust and bonds with others.

These neurotransmitters are essential components of allowing people to feel joy and happiness. Smiling can help increase these neurotransmitters, which can lead to a better quality of life and a happier you.

Smiling has many health benefits

  • Lower blood pressure
  • Strengthens immune function
  • Provides pain relief
  • Longevity increases

The psychological benefits of smiling

  • It improves your overall mood
  • Stress relief
  • Anger and depression decrease
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