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20 Ways Smile - Girl in Htown

20 Ways Smile

Do you want to put a smile on someone’s face today? Maybe make their day a little better. It won’t cost you a single penny or much time to do just that.

And because smiling is contagious, it probably won’t just be one person you make smile today.

Here are 20 ways to turn that frown upside down.

  1. Send some flowers to your partner at work.
  2. Compliment a friend or work colleague on their appearance.
  3. Donate something to charity.
  4. Take a friend out to lunch.
  5. Let someone know you miss them.
  6. Make a surprise telephone call to your partner at work, just to say hi.
  7. Hold a door open for someone walking behind you.
  8. Hug your partner for no reason.
  9. Leave a joke on a friend’s voicemail. (My best friends Kitty and Dovear voicemails were/are legendary)
  10. Send a card to a friend letting them know what a good friend they are.
  11. Give up your seat on the train to someone when there aren’t any left.
  12. Share your umbrella on a rainy day.
  13. Ask a friend if they need anything while you’re out shopping.
  14. When it’s raining, plan an indoor picnic with your children.
  15. Leave a love letter somewhere where your partner will find it.
  16. Send someone an unusual and unexpected gift like chocolate, flowers, or sex toys.
  17. Tell your child you’re proud of them.
  18. Tell someone you thought about them the other day.
  19. Cook a surprise meal for your partner one night, especially if they normally do the cooking.
  20. Tell your partner you love them.

Did you know it takes only 17 muscles to smile, but 43 to frown?

Why waste all that energy frowning when you could just smile.

Here are 5 more facts about smiling.

  1. Women smile more than men.
  2. Smiling releases endorphins that make us feel better.
  3. We are all born with the ability to smile, it’s not something we learn from others.
  4. A smile is a universal expression of happiness.
  5. A smiling person is thought to be more pleasant

Published by KayDarden

Howdy, folks! I'm the creative force behind the blog "Girl in H-Town." I wear a few hats – writer, mental health advocate, and I like to think of myself as a "dating wing woman" with a passion for empowering women, helping them heal from their trauma, and improving their mental well-being. I was born and raised in a small Texas town, and let me tell you, life threw some real curveballs my way. I focus on empowerment, self-care, and self-love. When you read my blog, you're getting a piece of my heart – it's raw, honest, and deeply personal. I pour my own journey of healing and self-discovery into every word. When I'm not tapping away on the keyboard or working, I enjoy the simple things in life. I'm a bookworm, love tending to my garden, and find peace in yoga. But my pride and joy? Well, that'd be my super genius teenagers. Family is everything to me, and I'm committed to using my platform to positively impact this world. Whether you're looking for inspiration, guidance, or just an ol' Texas story, my writing is here to make a lasting impression. I'm a staunch advocate for mental health and an essential voice in the conversation around trauma and healing. So, if you're ready to be inspired, stick around. Kay Darden of "Girl in H-Town" is here to give you a Texas-sized dose of wisdom and heart.