402 Quotes About Motivational-speaker-susan-young

Smiling is truly one of the most generous gifts you can give to another. You never know when your smile may inspire the sad, encourage the hopeless, heal a heart, or change someone's world for the better.

You would be surprised how even the simplest of smiles can ease a social situation, encourage another, remove barriers, and dissolve differences. It is not only a gift to the recipient, but you will receive affirming returns on your investment.

Smiling reduces blood pressure by lowering the stress-inducing hormones, such as adrenaline and cortisol. As my mother, who is now in her eighties, navigates the challenges of aging, her mantra has become, “Keep moving and keep smiling.” She has observed the rapid decline of her friends who haven’t. She is striving to stay strong, happy, and vital; her desire to smile is helping her to live a healthier, more satisfying, and longer life.

Research has shown that smiling releases endorphins—the happy hormones that shift your physiology for improved well-being. When you smile and your eyes crinkle, your body releases chemicals that change the chemistry of your brain, lifting spirits, and reducing pain. Even when it is hard to smile and you are forcing it, positive changes take place in your physiology.

Your smile draws people to you as it simultaneously brings out the best in you both.

Your smile is a kind hello and a sincere invitation that opens the gateway to engage others and begin conversations.

Your smile is a magnet for goodwill and positivity. In unison with your attitude, people gravitate to happy people!

An Unapproachable person may be exhibiting behaviors which are . . .• Tense and prickly.• Remote and preoccupied.• Cold and distant.• Withholding of acknowledgement or response.• Apathetic and disconnected.• Preoccupied and distracted.• Intimidating.• Snobbish or cliquish.

Mirroring is a powerful neuro-linguistic programming technique that can be used to bond with others, build rapport, and reach mutual understanding more quickly. You may already be using it instinctively without even being aware.