At the Hive, we’re all about authenticity, and part of that is providing an environment where real conversations can occur and meaningful relationships can arise. Because connecting requires vulnerability and vulnerability requires us to be honest with our emotions. When we give someone a real smile, people can feel it. So what’s the difference between a real smile and a polite one?
Also known as Duchenne smiles – real smiles are ones that engage more muscles in your face, causing your cheeks to raise, the corners of your lips to turn up, and the corners of your eyes to crinkle.
So what are 5 reasons why smiling benefits your health?
All this to say, if your smile is a little rusty, now you have 5 reasons to break it out. Stop by the Hive if you need a reminder, we’ve got you!
As the Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh says, “Your joy can be the source of your smile, but sometimes, your smile can be the source of your joy.”
