Have you ever noticed how the word smile assumes the position of a smile on your face right after it has been pronounced?
The same is true with a grin or a grouch.
Much of the words in the English language or perhaps in other languages of the world assume the facial expressions of the person pronouncing them. Perhaps this is how words came into existence.
What kind of difference can a smile make? In spite of its simplicity and spontaneity, a smile can make all the difference. It creates an atmosphere.
Admittedly, a frown can likewise create an atmosphere. The question now is this: Which is more preferable? An atmosphere of dissent brought about by frowning can bring conflict and unfriendliness, while a smile can create unity and camaraderie.
A smile is contagious. When you project a smile, the other person cant help but smile back at you. Throw a smile to a baby, and theres a big chance the baby will smile back at you.
Because of your smile, the baby starts to be playful at you even if you are a stranger to him. When a baby starts to be playful, you just cant resist playing with him. Then he begins to laugh and giggle. You make the...