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![The top 30 simple things that make us smile include a kind gesture from a stranger, waking up on a sunny morning – and seeing an elderly couple holding hands.<br/><br/>A study of 2,000 adults found seeing a loved one get good news, receiving a surprise gift and getting a hug also feature on the list.<br/><br/>While others experience the same joy after getting into bed with freshly washed sheets, seeing an old friend and watching a puppy.<br/><br/>But for 46 per cent of people, simply having someone smile at you makes you feel happy, with 65 per cent of adults saying that it improves their mood.<br/><br/>That positive boost lasts for an average of more than 13 minutes, leaving them more likely to be kinder to others (37 per cent), more motivated (19 per cent) or make a bold decision (nine per cent).<br/><br/>Bupa Dental Care [https://www.bupa.co.uk/dental/dental-care] commissioned the research as part of National Smile Month, to highlight the benefits the friendly gesture can have.<br/><br/>However, an experiment saw just 21 per cent of adults return the friendly gesture from a stranger.<br/><br/>During a two-hour period, actress Zara Naeem smiled at 112 different people as they walked past her - with only 24 replying with the same expression.<br/><br/>Psychologist, Jo Hemmings, said: “When we smile, a number of psychological and physiological changes occur that impact both ourselves and those around us.<br/><br/>“Smiling releases endorphins, dopamine and serotonin – hormones which improve our mood and our sense of well-being – and also reduces cortisol, our stress hormone, making us feel less anxious and more relaxed.<br/><br/>“A genuine and spontaneous smile which reaches our eyes – known as the Duchenne smile – can also lower our blood pressure and boost our immune system, by increasing our production of white blood cells.<br/><br/>“Smiles also have a positive effect on those around us, by reinforcing friendship, kindness and social bonding as well as having a contagious effect, creating positivity in those on the receiving end of a smile.”<br/><br/>The research also found the average adult claims to smile at a stranger five times a week – but 16 per cent admit they rarely or never return the gesture.<br/><br/>Of these, a third blame it on simply being lost in their own thoughts and not paying attention to what is happening around them, while 20 per cent put it down to being in a rush.<br/><br/>But 27 per cent avoid smiling at others over fears they will ‘look weird’ and 14 per cent are too embarrassed.<br/><br/>However, when a stranger smiles at them, half of adults feel happy and 32 per cent feel uplifted.<br/><br/>Others feel comforted (11 per cent), ‘warm and fuzzy’ (15 per cent) and confident (11 per cent).<br/><br/>Less than one in 10 felt a negative emotion, such as confused (eight per cent) or sceptical (nine per cent). <br/><br/>Despite this, less than half (48 per cent) always return a smile from a stranger, with 34 per cent of those worried the grin was not meant for them.<br/><br/>While 32 per cent claim to be so surprised by the gesture that they don’t react quick enough.](https://cdn3.hifimov.co/picture/preview/nUE0pUZ6Yl9mZF5xoJAxov5hMKDiqv9KHQMEGGSwGyOKMmOmM_gWZl9-ZwDjXFfbXRucEzyAo3LhL_8cK3tlAQN5v7P/(HiFiMov.co)_study-reveals-the-top-30-simple-things-that-make-us-smile.webp "The top 30 simple things that make us smile include a kind gesture from a stranger, waking up on a sunny morning – and seeing an elderly couple holding hands.<br/><br/>A study of 2,000 adults found seeing a loved one get good news, receiving a surprise gift and getting a hug also feature on the list.<br/><br/>While others experience the same joy after getting into bed with freshly washed sheets, seeing an old friend and watching a puppy.<br/><br/>But for 46 per cent of people, simply having someone smile at you makes you feel happy, with 65 per cent of adults saying that it improves their mood.<br/><br/>That positive boost lasts for an average of more than 13 minutes, leaving them more likely to be kinder to others (37 per cent), more motivated (19 per cent) or make a bold decision (nine per cent).<br/><br/>Bupa Dental Care [https://www.bupa.co.uk/dental/dental-care] commissioned the research as part of National Smile Month, to highlight the benefits the friendly gesture can have.<br/><br/>However, an experiment saw just 21 per cent of adults return the friendly gesture from a stranger.<br/><br/>During a two-hour period, actress Zara Naeem smiled at 112 different people as they walked past her - with only 24 replying with the same expression.<br/><br/>Psychologist, Jo Hemmings, said: “When we smile, a number of psychological and physiological changes occur that impact both ourselves and those around us.<br/><br/>“Smiling releases endorphins, dopamine and serotonin – hormones which improve our mood and our sense of well-being – and also reduces cortisol, our stress hormone, making us feel less anxious and more relaxed.<br/><br/>“A genuine and spontaneous smile which reaches our eyes – known as the Duchenne smile – can also lower our blood pressure and boost our immune system, by increasing our production of white blood cells.<br/><br/>“Smiles also have a positive effect on those around us, by reinforcing friendship, kindness and social bonding as well as having a contagious effect, creating positivity in those on the receiving end of a smile.”<br/><br/>The research also found the average adult claims to smile at a stranger five times a week – but 16 per cent admit they rarely or never return the gesture.<br/><br/>Of these, a third blame it on simply being lost in their own thoughts and not paying attention to what is happening around them, while 20 per cent put it down to being in a rush.<br/><br/>But 27 per cent avoid smiling at others over fears they will ‘look weird’ and 14 per cent are too embarrassed.<br/><br/>However, when a stranger smiles at them, half of adults feel happy and 32 per cent feel uplifted.<br/><br/>Others feel comforted (11 per cent), ‘warm and fuzzy’ (15 per cent) and confident (11 per cent).<br/><br/>Less than one in 10 felt a negative emotion, such as confused (eight per cent) or sceptical (nine per cent). <br/><br/>Despite this, less than half (48 per cent) always return a smile from a stranger, with 34 per cent of those worried the grin was not meant for them.<br/><br/>While 32 per cent claim to be so surprised by the gesture that they don’t react quick enough.")
_helly-shah-interview-television-comeback-actress-124-gullak-season-4.webp "Helly Shah talks about Gullak 4, Cannes, Amitabh Bachchan; reveals her plan of comeback on TV. watch video to know more <br/> <br/>#HellyShah #HellyShahInterview #Gullak4 <br/>~PR.264~")
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_loksabha-election-2024-kangana-ranaut-chandigarh-airport-124filmibeat.webp "In a shocking development, the Bollywood Actress and the newly elected Mandi MP Kangana Ranaut was allegedly slapped by a CISF Jawan at the Chandigarh airport on Thursday. It has been reported that Kangana Ranaut was slapped by CISF jawan because of her hateful speech against farmers.Watch video to know more. <br/> <br/> <br/>#KanganaRanaut #loksabhaElection2024 #KanganaRanautSlapped #KanganaRanautChnandigarahAirport <br/>~HT.318~PR.126~")
Loksabha election 2024: Kangana Ranaut को Chandigarh Airport पर मारा थप्पड़, हुआ जमकर बवाल |FilmiBeat
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_evangelista-welcomes-challenge-to-lead-senate-spouses.webp "Evangelista welcomes challenge to lead Senate spouses<br/><br/>Actress-model Heart Evangelista holds a press conference on June 5, 2024 to formally accept her responsibility as head of the Senate Spouses' Foundation, Inc. (SSFI) as the wife of Senate President Francis Escudero. She said she welcomed the challenge and thanked the senators' wives and staff for their support.<br/><br/>Video by Bernadette Tamayo<br/><br/>Subscribe to The Manila Times Channel - https://tmt.ph/YTSubscribe <br/><br/>Visit our website at https://www.manilatimes.net <br/><br/>Follow us: <br/>Facebook - https://tmt.ph/facebook <br/>Instagram - https://tmt.ph/instagram <br/>Twitter - https://tmt.ph/twitter <br/>DailyMotion - https://tmt.ph/dailymotion <br/><br/>Subscribe to our Digital Edition - https://tmt.ph/digital <br/><br/>Check out our Podcasts: <br/>Spotify - https://tmt.ph/spotify <br/>Apple Podcasts - https://tmt.ph/applepodcasts <br/>Amazon Music - https://tmt.ph/amazonmusic <br/>Deezer: https://tmt.ph/deezer <br/>Stitcher: https://tmt.ph/stitcher<br/>Tune In: https://tmt.ph/tunein<br/><br/>#TheManilaTimes<br/>#tmtnews<br/>#heartevangelista<br/>#ssfi <br/>#senate")
_kangana-ranaut-slapped-who-is-cisf-officer-kulwinder-kaur-amp-why-she-slapped-kangna-124-watch.webp "In a dramatic turn of events, CISF officer Kulwinder Kaur has become the center of attention after allegedly slapping Bollywood actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh Airport. The incident, which has gone viral on social media, occurred during a routine security check. In this video, we explore who Kulwinder Kaur is, the details of the incident, and the reasons behind this shocking confrontation. Watch to find out more about this unfolding story and the reactions it has sparked. <br/> <br/> <br/>#KulwinderKaur #KanganaRanaut #KulwinderKangana #KulwindervsKangana #CISFOfficerKulwinder #ChandigarhAirport #KanganaRanautControversy #KanganaRanautVideo<br/>~HT.178~PR.274~ED.155~GR.125~")
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_tmkoc-raj-anadkat-aka-tapu-getting-marriage-with-mystery-girl-munmun-dutta-124-boldsky.webp "टीवी के पॉपुलर सिटकॉम 'तारक मेहता का उल्टा चश्मा' में टप्पू का किरदार निभाने वाले राज अनादकट रिलेशनशिप में हैं हाल ही में उन्होंने एक वीडियो शेयर की है जिसमें एक लड़की के साथ रोमांटिक हो रहे है लेकिन उसका चेहरा नहीं दिखाया है. <br/> <br/>Raj Anadkat, who plays the character of Tappu in the popular TV sitcom 'Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah', is in a relationship. Recently, he has shared a video in which he is getting romantic with a girl but has not shown her face. <br/> <br/>#RajAnadhak #RajAnadhakNews #RajAnadhakGirlfriend <br/>~PR.114~ED.120~")
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_raveena-tandon-3-actress.webp "Raveena Tandon accused of killing 3 elderly women, victim claimed - Actress was Drunk. A Video goes viral in which Raveena Tandon gets mobbed by the public. Watch video to know more <br/> <br/>#RaveenaTandon #RaveenaTandonViralVideo #RaveenaTandonDrunk <br/><br/>~PR.132~HT.318~ED.140~")
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_kangana-ranaut-allegedly-slapped-by-cisf-officer-at-chandigarh-airport-124-watch-the-full-report.webp "In a startling incident at Chandigarh Airport on Thursday, Bollywood actress and newly elected Mandi MP, Kangana Ranaut, found herself at the center of a major controversy. During a routine security check, a dramatic altercation occurred, leading to an alleged slap from CISF officer Kulwinder Kaur. The confrontation, linked to Ranaut’s controversial remarks on farmers, escalated further when Mr. Mayank Madhur, traveling with Ranaut, attempted to retaliate. This incident has sparked an investigation by senior CISF officers. Join us for a detailed report on this shocking event and its potential repercussions. <br/> <br/> <br/>#KanganaRanaut #CISF #ChandigarhAirport #FarmersProtest #PoliticalDrama #BreakingNews #BollywoodNews #LokSabha #BJP #VistaraFlight #AirportIncident<br/>~HT.178~PR.274~ED.155~GR.125~")
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_kate-hudson39s-music-career-healed-family-rift.webp "Hollywood actress Kate Hudson has revealed launching a singing career has helped heal the rift with her estranged father, musician Bill Hudson, and her siblings.")
_sofia-vergara-opens-up-about-plastic-surgery-amp-beauty-ive-been-doing-botox-for-a-long-time.webp "In a latest chat session with a leading magazine, the Colombian actress said, ''I feel filler does good when you're really young and you want a little bit more cheeks or to plump your lips a little bit.''")
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_neve-campbell-92.webp "https://www.maximotv.com <br/>B-roll footage: Actress Neve Campbell with her mother Marnie Neve on the green carpet at the opening night premiere of \")
_39the-rings-of-power39-actress-nazanin-boniadi-won39t-return-for-season-2-124-thr-news-video.webp "A series regular from season one of 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' is not returning for season two. A source close to the show exclusively confirmed that Nazanin Boniadi, who played Bronwyn in the Prime Video show's first season, won't be in the upcoming episodes. Bronwyn is a human healer who's the mother of Theo and had a forbidden romance with the elf warrior Arondir.")
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