Most of our emotions precede certain reactions
by our body. For example, when we are angry, we scowl at people; when sad; we
tend to go into depression. Similarly, when we are happy, we laugh or smile a
lot. But, the opposite of same is also true; many of our actions lead to varied
emotions. Don't believe it? Do the following exercise for firsthand experience-
if you are in a good mood & having a good time, just drop your shoulders
& put your hands on your forehead as if something bad is about to take place.
Think of something that gave you a lot of pain & observe what happens. Your
body will read the action & will command your mind to change the emotion.
All of a sudden, you start going into depression and a mood of melancholy
descends on you in no time. This further reminds you of more such incidents of
past & a vicious cycle sets in.
Thoughts play an important role in setting the
tone for the day. But, the problem with thoughts is that they are difficult to
control as a large number of thoughts pass through our mind daily. So, what is
the alternative? Control your emotions by controlling your actions. Observe the
posture of your body when you are angry. Is it a relaxed posture or a tight
one? Of course, your body is in an upright posture; your heart beat is more
than normal & if you are speaking, your pitch is high. Now, do the opposite-
sit down, take a deep breath & try to divert your attention away from the
matter that is making you angry. If possible, listen to some soothing song or
play with your pet & try to smile. You will definitely feel some change in
a positive direction. While you cannot change the situation that is making you
angry, you can surely bring a change in your actions & thus, in your
emotions.
A smile radiates positive energy, spreads joy & creates the atmosphere of possibilities. It not only livens up the person who smiles but also all around him as it is highly infectious. It is a message of goodwill to the other person.
"A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing person inside."
- Denis Waitley
Don’t smile only when you are happy; try to smile to make yourself happy even in a gloomy environment. It can be the source of your permanent joy. In fact, you need it more in depressing time than in a jovial mood. This curve will certainly set a lot of things straight!
A smile radiates positive energy, spreads joy & creates the atmosphere of possibilities. It not only livens up the person who smiles but also all around him as it is highly infectious. It is a message of goodwill to the other person.
"A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing person inside."
- Denis Waitley
Don’t smile only when you are happy; try to smile to make yourself happy even in a gloomy environment. It can be the source of your permanent joy. In fact, you need it more in depressing time than in a jovial mood. This curve will certainly set a lot of things straight!
I agree with you a smile could do wonder some times .
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