The New York Times
The Claim: A Fake Smile Can be Bad for Your Health
By ANAHAD O’CONNOR
Published: February 21, 2011
Excerpts:
After following the drivers closely, the researchers found that on days when the smiles were forced, the subjects’ moods deteriorated and they tended to withdraw from work. Trying to suppress negative thoughts, it turns out, may have made those thoughts even more persistent.
But on days when the subjects tried to display smiles through deeper efforts — by actually cultivating pleasant thoughts and memories — their overall moods improved and their productivity increased.
THE BOTTOM LINE ... Research suggests that an inauthentic smile to hide unhappiness can further worsen your mood.
Access Content Source And Other Great Stuff: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/22/health/22really.html?_r=1&ref=health
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http://dreamlearndobecome.blogspot.com This posting was made my Jim Jacobs, President & CEO of Jacobs Executive Advisors. Jim also serves as Leader of Jacobs Advisors' Insurance Practice.
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