Stressed Out? Smile!

It might not be easy, but try smiling the next time you're in a stressful situation. Researchers at the University of Kansas have found that doing so can lower your heart rate and reduce stress responses. 

The reason? The researchers believe that when you activate the facial muscles used to smile, it sends a message to your brain that you're happy and calm. You don't actually have to be happy, either. Faking a smile works just fine. 

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