Smiling.

Today's theme is smiling and I'm extremely thankful for all kinds of smiles.

Yesterday, a Yogi Tea phrase read, "Inspiring others towards happiness brings you happiness."

Today my daily quote calender read, "Happiness is not an individual matter. When you are able to bring relief, or bring back the smile to one person, not only that person profits, but you also profit." -Thich Nhat Hanh

THEN Tonight's Chinese Fortune Cookie read, "Your Smile is a curve that can get a lot of things straight."

In addition to these reminders of how to spread and receive happiness, I received an email from a client of mine. While I can't get into detail for breach of confidentiality, the end salutation read, "thanks for bringing a smile to my face." I literally threw my arms up in the air and did a little dance. I felt overjoyed from a simple email. I work hard as a counselor, to do my best for each individual but it often goes unnoticed. It's nice to hear that feedback every so often.

So with all that, I'm thankful for he ability to smile, through thick and thin. A simple smile at a stranger can make you feel infinitely better and your brain associates the action and links it to emotion!

So yes, I'm thankful for smiling. "Smiling's my favorite." -Buddy The Elf.