Smile: It May Save Your Life

 

Can a smile be the difference between life and death?

 

There is evidence now that our bodies create different hormonal substances/chemicals depending on the shape of our mouths!

 

This is astounding news.

 

You mean to say that just turning up the corners of our mouths to simulate a smile and our bodies respond with a cascade of the “feel good” hormones such as endorphins?

 

Yes, that is exactly what I am saying.

 

Let’s consider the opposite: a frown. This may be deadly.

 

“The Permanent Down-Mouth

 

The opposite to pulling up the corners of the mouth to show happiness is pulling both corners downward to show the Down-Mouth expression. This is done by the person who feels unhappy, despondent, depressed, angry or tense. Unfortunately, if a person holds these negative emotions throughout their lifetime, the corners of the mouth will set into a permanent down position.

 

In later life, this can give a person an appearance similar to a bulldog. Studies show that we stand further away from people who have this expression, give them less eye contact and avoid them when they are walking towards us. If you discover that the Down-Mouth has crept into your repertoire, practice smiling regularly, which will not only help you avoid looking like an angry canine in later life, but will make you feel more positive. It will also help you avoid frightening little children and being thought of as a grumpy old cow.” –from article in WestSide Toastmasters: http://westsidetoastmasters.com/resources/book_of_body_language/chap3.html

 

Robin Williams committed suicide. After I read the above article, I watched some videos of his performances that showed up as tributes to him.

 

Whenever he would finish a hilarious “bit,” the corners of his mouth came back to their “go to” position, which was turned down! This is something that I did not notice until I read the article above.

 

I hasten to add, this is not a scientific study by any means. Still, I now wonder if the hormone/chemical production in his body was overwhelmingly of the depressive type BECAUSE of his habitual turning down of the corners of his mouth?

 

He created much laughter and joy for his audience. It appears he did not know how to create that same joy in his own body.

 

What is the habitual and “go to” position for the corners of YOUR mouth?

 

Are the corners of your mouth pointing down more? Or are they pointing up more?

 

If down, do you have the ability to make a choice to point them up more? Whenever you think about it, why not experiment?

 

What have you got to lose?

 

I wonder if this one habit may not go a long way to lifting sadness and perhaps even depression, over time?

 

Are you willing to experiment with me? I have been installing this habit more and more. I find it is working.

 

If you choose to conduct this admittedly non-scientific experiment, will you share your results with me? My email is 88matti@gmail.com.

 

 

Thank you for considering.

 

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You are important. Not just important, but just as important as any person on the planet, now, in past history or in the future. Everything you say, do and feel has an impact on the universe and everything and everyone in it.

 

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The Inner Circle

 

You just might want to see more of these kinds of stories/anecdotes than the once a month Mastery Newsletter. The “Inner Circle” explores a whole lot more subjects than I can fit into a monthly newsletter.

 

It is “ad hoc,” meaning it arrives in your inbox whenever I run across something, that could be once every 2 or 3 weeks. It might also be a few times in a single day. As always, simple to unsubscribe if it gets to be too much.

 

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Matti’s Weird, Wacky and Wonderful Victoria Newsletter

 

Dedicated to rooting out the Weird, Wacky and Wonderful stuff in Greater Victoria.

 

You know, stuff that makes you exclaim out loud: “Wowie-Zowie.”

 

This is great to share with newcomer friends but also you may find something that catches your eye, your breath or makes you smile.

 

How to Get Out of Your Own Way

 

This is a book by Victoria author and my friend Kristina Sisu.

 

It is of wisdom from her journey and has 40 “transformers” that we can use to clear the blocks on our path.

 

Kristina has found a way to make life smoother, more joyous and fun.

 

http://kristinasisu.com/

 

I also recommend her personal consultations. I had one this week on my issue(s) around money. I felt lighter and the shift kept happening for a day after. It was big.

 

If this calls to you, contact Kristina at kristinasisu@gmail.com

 

and…remember to enjoy.

 

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Inner Warriors

 

Kim is a yoga instructor with her studio in Esquimalt, where we used to practice our Laughter Yoga. She has a program starting Friday.

 

“Hi Everyone, I hope you are all having a wonderful summer so far!

 

 

Inner Warriors has a new program starting next Friday focusing on Yoga for Neurological Conditions. The program will focus on balance and posture and is taught by Larissa Szlavik, a yoga therapist with a neuroscience background.

 

 

The program is for those who may be suffering from a brain injury or neurological conditions.

 

 

When: August 22- September 12, 11-12pm

Where: 1314A Esquimalt Rd

Cost: $45 /4 classes

Pre-registered, contact Inner Warriors for more information.

*possible funding available.

 

Kimberly Maine,

Founder, Inner Warriors Yoga

www.innerwarriorsyoga.com

778-432-4334

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Do You Like Gardening? How about a job doing just that?

 

From my friend Jasen:

 

Local landscape maintenance company is looking for a reliable and trustworthy worker to join the team. The successful applicant will have some previous experience in horticulture and work well as a team. Applicant must have a desire to work outdoors no matter the weather and be willing to have fun and be physically fit. Please respond with your resume and references. Compensation is $13 per hour.

 

Jasen McQuarrie

 

Sacred Garden Landscaping of Victoria Ltd.

250-386-3584 (office) 250-216-1030 (cell)

 

jasen@sacredgardenlandscaping.com www.sacredgardenlandscaping.com

 

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Need A Renter? Eric is a new Laughter Yoga friend:

 

Clean, quiet and ”zen’ 40 years old man, attending Camosun College in fall and working as a gardener/bike tour guide (my outdoor office) looking for a new place for September;

 

Preferences:

– Bright, top floor, spacious and quiet bachelor or 1 bedroom

-Garden space/green backyard

– Rent $500 – $700 inclusive (furnished or unfurnished)

– Off the main roads or located in a quiet area

– Fernwood, Oak bay, Quadra village and/or near downtown

 

What I offer:

– Clean and quiet

– Willing to assist with gardening

– Willing to sign a 6 months-1 year lease

 

Just let me know if you have this beautiful ”gem” available,

Merci!

ericbourgault@msn.com

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Grass Fed and Grass Finished Meat

 

For those who want the omega3 and 6 balanced in their meat, there is a new company from the mainland. You can find their meat at Mother Nature’s in Cook Street Village and at Lifestyles. While it says “Grass fed,” I am assured it is also grass finished (not finished on grain for the last 6 weeks which changes the profile dramatically). Their name escapes me, but you will see it…something like New World.

 

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Health Food

 

Talking of which, Ingredients is a funky, almost like the old hippy health stores of the 60s and 70s. http://www.ingredientshealthfood.com

 

2013 Store Street. That is across and just down the street from Capital Iron. Tell Cindy I sent you. Try the eggs from Saltspring…organic and appears to be the only place that has them.

 

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Laughter

 

Every second Wednesday, my friend Soren has his Laughter Yoga sessions at Ingredients. Always a great time.

 

Also, every Sunday at 10:30am, we have Laughter Yoga in Beacon Hill Park. It is for one hour, so it a great way to start your Sunday. We work at finishing on time, so you can get to your next summer Sunday event or whatever is on your schedule…

 

We in the middle of the park by the sundial, which is across from the washrooms. Hope to see you soon.

 

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Quote to end off on:

“Happiness cannot come from without. It must come from within. It

is not what we see and touch or that which others do for us which

makes us happy; it is that which we think and feel and do, first

for the other fellow and then for ourselves.” – Helen Keller

 

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If you have found something deeeelightful in the Victoria area, email it to me before First Thursday of the month, and I will see if I can get it in.

 

 

Cheers,

Love and Laughter,

 

Matti Anttila, Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher. Zen of Joy Consultant and Author of:

 

* The Zen of Joy. How to Rewire Your Brain for Happiness & Success. http://zenofjoy.com

 

* 108 Tips for More Joy, Energy and Health. http://joyenergyandhealth.com   (No cost…yay!)

 

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“Chase Your Passion Rather Than Your Pension”

 

This wisdom from Tommy Transit, a “retired” Vancouver bus driver (transit operator, please).

 

The message that “Tommy Transit’s Bus Tales” is: Respectfully acknowledge others in a spirit of playfulness and honesty.

 

We are on the way from Montague Harbour on Galeano Island to the Hummingbird Pub for dinner.

 

Tommy drives the free bus there that takes about ten minutes. Except, he doesn’t just drive. He enthusiastically draws us in to his performance art. It is the Art of Acknowledgment.

 

First, everyone gets either a tambourine or maraca. Then, with Fats Domino on the stereo, we all sing along and bang out the beat, while Tommy works his drum set.

 

Wait, did you say drum set? Yes, Tommy has a drum set attached to his Hummingbird bus.

 

We just can’t help but feel good. It is a perfect bus ride. All smiles as we exit for our dinner.

 

Now where does all this come from?

 

Tommy realized he could use his work as a transit operator to spread some joy to peoples’ lives. Here’s his formula and how you and I can do it too.

 

“The 7 Steps to the Art of Acknowledgement:

 

1. Be aware of other people – they ache to be seen
2. Notice something nice or unique about them
3. Tell them cleanly what it was that you noticed
4. Use sweet words in all that you say
5. Have no expectations about how your words are received
6. Be Playful, but respectful
7. Smile inwardly and silently acknowledge yourself for having made a positive difference in sending another ripple of kindness out into the world”

 

The book is a chronicle of Tommy’s adventures once he decided to have a good time and exude joy in his work.

 

He relates that he often had more energy at the end of his shift than before.

 

Might it works for us, you and I?

 

This thinking is right in line with one of the “protocols” in my book The Zen of Joy. There, I suggest asking those we have dealings with: “How’s your day going so far?” and striking up a conversation.

 

Tommy takes it further by being more observant, noticing something about them and sincerely and respectfully acknowledging them by making a positive comment.

 

Just yesterday, I noticed an elderly lady waiting, it turns out for a taxi. I said hello and noticed she had a brightly coloured blouse. She responded and complimented her on her colourful clothing.

 

Her face lit up with a smile and we had a brief and delightful conversation.

 

I think I added a little bright spot to her day and just as importantly, I felt delight at the exchange.

 

I was reminded of Tommy’s point about all this. We are meant to give and when we do, we feel good.

 

“What we leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.” –Pericles as quoted in Tommy’s book.

 

On the way back to our boat from dinner, Tommy puts a coughing sound on the stereo and stops and starts the bus a few times in beat with the coughing. Big laughs from everyone.

 

Now, we are calling out requests for tunes and if he has it. Passengers are singing, beating out the rhythm and talking with each other.

 

What a great “retirement” for Tommy, carrying on the tradition he started in the city.

 

Check his website and then consider becoming a Joy Ambassador.

 

http://tommytransit.com/

 

More on getting grounded in joy in my book The Zen of Joy: http://zenofjoy.com/

 

“I believe that we do as much good by bringing a heartfelt smile to someone’s face as we can by any act of charity.” –Tommy Transit.

 

Should you decide to take up this “joy mission,” let me know how it goes.

 

(Your mission, should you decide to accept, is spreading joy. 🙂 )

 

Love, Laughter and Smiles.

 

 

Matti

 

 

Also in this issue:

 

Cancer with Joy: How to Transform Fear into Happiness and Find the Bright Side Effects

 

Documentary on the Fed: A Century of Enslavement

 

Russian Physicists Launch Campaign To Rebuild Tesla’s Wardenclyffe Tower And Power The World

 

Plus:

 

►BOOKS WORTH READING

►MOVIES WORTH WATCHING

►FUN

►FINAL WORD: Exercise is SO important. As little as six seconds can make a difference

 

 

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Quotes:

Find a place inside where there’s joy, and the joy will burn out the pain.

-Joseph Campbell

 

 

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HEALTH

Cancer with Joy: How to Transform Fear into Happiness and Find the Bright Side Effects

http://www.amazon.com/Cancer-Joy-Transform-Happiness-Effects/dp/1614481016/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1400530835&sr=8-1

 

 

 

 

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WEALTH

Documentary on the Fed: A Century of Enslavement http://www.corbettreport.com/federalreserve/

 

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FREEDOM

 

Russian Physicists Launch Campaign To Rebuild Tesla’s Wardenclyffe Tower And Power The World

http://themindunleashed.org/2014/07/russian-physicists-launch-campaign-rebuild-teslas-wardenclyffe-tower-power-world.html

 

 

 

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BOOKS WORTH READING

The ecstasy of surrender: 12 Surprising Ways Letting Go Can Empower Your Life

http://www.drjudithorloff.com/Ecstasy-Surrender/Description.htm

 

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MOVIES WORTH WATCHING

 

Philomena: A world-weary political journalist picks up the story of a woman’s search for her son, who was taken away from her decades ago after she became pregnant and was forced to live in a convent. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2431286/

 

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FUN

 

Laraaji: the Brian Eno of laughter

Laraaji wanted to be a rich, famous comic like Richard Pryor or Bill Cosby. http://ow.ly/yUPTK

 

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FINAL WORD:

 

Exercise is SO important…Yet many eschew it in senior years ’cause it seems to be too much work…For the last couple of decades, research has been showing that we need very little time at it to get GREAT benefits…this is just the latest.

Six seconds of exercise ‘can transform health’

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-28400968

I do Super Slow…which is a form of the High Intensity they mention in the article…Have been doing it for over a year with Marc Noel in Victoria…if you are in Victoria, check him out and tell him I sent you:

http://sixfactorsfitness.com/

 

 

That’s it for now. Enjoy your month.

 

Matti Anttila

 

The Single Most Important Habit to Acquire

http://joyenergyandhealth.com/mastery-newsletter-sign-up-page/

(Also no-cost Mastery Newsletter)

 

108 Tips for More Joy, Energy and Health, includes How to Feel Authentic Joy, Even When Unhappy (No-cost) http://joyenergyandhealth.com/

 

Matti Anttila, Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher. Zen of Joy Consultant and Author of: The Zen of Joy. How to Rewire Your Brain for Happiness & Success. http://zenofjoy.com   (Free Zen of Joy Questionnaire)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matti1946

Twitter: http://www.Twitter.com/LaughterHealth

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/matti1946

 

110-174 Wilson Street, Victoria, BC, Canada, V9A 7N7. 1-484-727-5230.

 

You are important. Not just important, but just as important as any person on the planet, now, in past history or in the future. Everything you say, do and feel has an impact on the universe and everything and everyone in it.

 

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The Inner Circle

 

You just might want to see more of these kinds of stories/anecdotes than the once a month Mastery Newsletter. The “Inner Circle” explores a whole lot more subjects than I can fit into a monthly newsletter.

 

It is “ad hoc,” meaning it arrives in your inbox whenever I run across something, that could be once every 2 or 3 weeks. It might also be a few times in a single day. As always, simple to unsubscribe if it gets to be too much.

 

TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE INNER CIRCLE:Send an email to freedombalance@shaw.ca with “SUB INNER CIRCLE” in the subject line.

 

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Publisher Matti Anttila © Copyright 2014 Matti Anttila, 110-174 Wilson Street, Victoria, B.C. Canada V9A7N7

 

Disclaimer: Please make your own decisions about everything. That includes investment, taxation, health and/or any other area. Seek professional assistance before attempting any of the ideas, tools and/or techniques discussed herein.

 

Any and all information provided here is not a substitute for the advice of a licensed medical practitioner. Individuals are advised not to self-medicate in the presence of significant illness. Always consult with your licensed medical practitioner first before undertaking anything…be it supplements, exercise programs or other protocols. The information on this website is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Do not construe the information provided here as authoritative health advice…or authoritative advice of any sort. All information provided or referred-to on this website is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be health, medical, financial, accounting or tax advice, nor should it be relied upon as such. Matti Anttila is not a licensed financial planner, doctor or health practitioner. If you’re not inclined to Do-It-Yourself then please, before you Do-It-To-Yourself, obtain professional advice.

 

Welcome to our new subscribers. Think of someone you know who is interested in health, wealth and/or freedom. Invite them to subscribe to Mastery Newsletter. Just ask them to go here: http://joyenergyandhealth.com/mastery-newsletter-sign-up-page/

 

 

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