A smile is the greatest curve on someone’s body. This world needs more smiles, laughter, and happiness overall. Get your head out of your laptop or cellphone and look around. What do you see that makes you smile? Do you see puppies? Do the changing colors of the leaves make you happy? How about the Starbucks sign? What makes you smile?
For me, sunflowers make me smile. There is something so happy about this flower and I just can’t get enough of it. I have sunflower stickers all over my laptop, my cellphone background is of sunflowers, and I even snack on sunflower seeds. If I happen to walk through the local Farmer’s Market, you better bet that I buy myself sunflowers. These beautiful flowers just make me so happy and I want everyone to find something that makes them happy.
Do puppies make you smile? Puppies are definitely my second favorite things that make me happy. I follow at least 10 different dog Instagrams that constantly make my days better. Who doesn't love to see an adorable Maltese puppy pop up on their Instagram feed? I know that I do and if you’re a dog lover then definitely start following some adorable puppies online.
Take a second and walk around your campus or city. It’s early November and while the sun is still shining, take a moment to admire the signs of autumn all around you. Nothing is more beautiful than the bright red, burnt orange, and vibrant yellow colors popping out from the trees. Allow the warm sun to warm your skin and smell the crisp fall air. Stop for a moment, take deep breath, and smile while enjoying the view.
In college, it’s very easy to people watch while walking to class, sitting in class, riding the bus, and eating in the HUB. Have you ever noticed someone who was randomly smiling? Maybe they were smiling at their phone, or while looking out the window, or even smiling at a friend. Smiles are contagious and I love watching other people smile. I always wonder what people could be smiling about and that makes me happy.
Every now and then I have a rough day and everything seems dismal and blue. Google something funny or cute that makes you smile. A lot of people enjoy watching Netflix or short YouTube clips of comedians. My best suggestion is to watch a clip of Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, Tina Fey, or any comedian from Saturday Night Live. These actors and comedians always crack me up. It’s sure to make you smile even when the day gets you down.
The first thing I notice when I meet people is their smile. A smile truly brightens up someone’s face and lightens the mood. Smiles are contagious, so make sure you start smiling today.
