The Benefits of Smiling
Smiling releases endorphins, which help reduce physical pain and stress, and serotonin, which elevates mood. If you're tired or sad, smiling is an instant way to turn your mood around and improve your well-being. Additionally, smiling boosts your immune system, which can prolong life.
Smiling contracts the facial muscles and sends blood flow to the brain, helping to lower blood pressure. According to an article in the National Library of Medicine, smiling lowers people's heart rates during stressful activities. When comparing smiling people with those who frowned, those that smiled experienced less stress and worked more efficiently.
Another way to reduce stress is by volunteering. The Mayo Clinic Health System reports that helping others through volunteerism releases dopamine. So, WeLoveU is happy to announce a beach cleanup happening next week just in time for National Smile Week. You can keep scrolling to find more details.
