“Smiling is a kind of mouth yoga. When we smile, it releases the tension in our face. Others notice it, even strangers, and are likely to smile back. By smiling, we initiate a wonderful chain reaction, touching the joy in anyone we encounter. A smile is an ambassador of goodwill.”
More from Thich Nhat Hanh
“The moment you understand the importance of loving yourself, you will stop hurting others.”
“When we know that birth and death are together always, we are no longer afraid of dying.”
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