Smiling

The Power of Hello

Sam Sommers | Posted 05.06.2012

Sam Sommers

Happiness isn't a prerequisite for smiling; sometimes smiling is what makes you happier. By the same token, remind yourself to say hello and you actually contribute to a friendlier and more inclusive climate.

Learning To Love The Lines On Your Face

goodmenproject.com | Posted 12.21.2011

I’m sure you’ve heard it when you’ve wished someone happy birthday. Maybe you’ve even said it yourself. “Oh, please, don’t remind me; I fe...

POLL: How Satisfied Are You With Your Life Right Now?

Posted 12.14.2011

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The Power in a Smile

Levi Ben-Shmuel | Posted 08.04.2011

Levi Ben-Shmuel

The power of a smile has nothing to do with your mood. If you put a smile on your face right now, chances are it will shift whatever mood you are in, and even your energy level, in a positive way.

Brooding Men, Smiling Women Seen As Sexy

Posted 07.25.2011

Guys, want to look sexy and get the girl? Don't smile too much. Look brooding or show a bit of shame instead. Women, ignore that advice. Women find...

7 Solid Reasons To Smile

Anne Naylor | Posted 11.17.2011

Anne Naylor

Smiling is a key strategy for getting free of a particularly heavy frame of mind and emotions. It amazes me how something so simple and doable could make such a profound difference in my ability to function effectively again.

The Surprising Benefits Of Smiling

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 11.17.2011

Gretchen Rubin

Facial expressions don't merely reflect emotions; they also influence emotions. In facial feedback, studies show, the mere act of smiling makes people happier -- even when they smile mechanically.

Hot Fun in the Sun on the Beach

Michael Henry Adams | Posted 05.25.2011

Michael Henry Adams

How much did regular summer Cherry Grove residents appreciate having the ferry parking lot closed for hours on end and restaurants and the beach over-run by LGBT African Americans?

Boost Your Mood Naturally

health.com | Posted 11.17.2011

Who needs a vacation to feel happier? Simple things (like hugging your pup) can brighten your day. Here's our list of things to do to boost your mood ...

Animals Smiling (PHOTOS)

Huffington Post | Eve Solomon | Posted 05.25.2011

There's nothing cuter than when an animal seems to smile at you. These animals are absolutely adorable and guaranteed to make you smile along with the...

Positive Psychology: Hard Core 'Happiness' Nerds -- and Goldie Hawn

Kari Henley | Posted 11.17.2011

Kari Henley

Instead of psychologists spending all their time focusing on anger, depression and fear, they've decided to research the other end of the emotional spectrum, via Positive Psychology.