Smile

I was challenged this week with the discovery of a snippet of a book, Twenty Secrets of Self-Acceptance.

The question presented was "Should I smile if I am NOT happy?"

The response: "Yes. A smiles does not always mean, 'I'm happy.' It may be saying, 'I agree with you,' 'I'm pleased to see you,' or 'I want to encourage you.' Those who feel that it is hypocritical to smile if they are not happy have not really considered the ministry of a smile or the alternative to not smiling. A sad countenance produces self-centeredness by forcing others to focus on me, wondering why I am not able to smile."

I just found this challenging to myself and thought I would share it with you.

“Smile though your heart is breaking, Smile even though it's aching

When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by If you smile.

In times of pain and sorrow, Smile, and maybe tomorrow

The sun will come shining through, For you, If you just Smile.”

“What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. These are but trifles, to be sure; but, scattered along life's pathway, the good they do is inconceivable.” 

–Anonymous 

Enjoy the goodness of God this Monday! Have a good labor day! :)

A glad heart makes a cheerful face (Proverbs 15:13) :)