Good Vibrations January 23, 2019
Posted by nrhatch in Gratitude, Happiness.trackback
When we observe the world around us, we see that happiness is contagious, and travels at the speed of light (or sound). We can elevate our moods merely by elevating the corners of our mouths . . . SMILE.
Laughing and smiling improves our moods, decreases our stress levels, and encourages others to follow our lead.
When we laugh and smile, we transmit positive energy to others, with no thought required on anyone’s part. As easily as flicking a switch to illuminate a room, we can fill the world around us with good vibrations.
Cool, huh?
Oh, you’re not convinced yet?
True Story: Guy in a prison. No one looks at anyone. No one smiles at anyone. It is a dark and unfriendly place.
At the urging of Rick Fields, author of Chop Wood, Carry Water, the inmate experiments with good vibrations. He silently sends positive thoughts to the guards and other inmates.
Without saying a word, he sends thoughts of kindness, hope, compassion, love and gratitude to others.
Nothing happens. The End.
Just kidding. {{SMILE}}
Wikipedia ~ American Humor (in Public Domain)
Here’s the real ending to this story:
* As soon as this inmate started sending out positive thoughts, he instantly noticed a transformation.
* Inmates (who had never looked up before) started to make eye contact with him.
* Guards (not known for pleasant personalities) smiled at him as they passed through the corridors.
He transformed the world around him into a friendlier, less hostile place merely by changing his thoughts.
And . . . not a single word was exchanged.
Aah . . . that’s better!
Quote: Be the change you wish to see in the world. ~ Mahatma Gandhi
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Spirit Lights The Way 
Love it! Smiles and laughter are the best, especially the kind of laughter that makes tears come to your eyes! 🙂 Have a day filled with laughter Nancy!
Thanks, JR13! Here’s to happy days, loaded with laughter!
Yay! And I always laugh at JR13. Makes me think of a secret agent , LOL! 🙂
Secret Agent JR13 has a great ring to it!
It does, doesn’t it, thanks to you! 🙂
Beautiful story, Nancy. I’m smiling right now. 😃
Smiles are contagious . . . even in cyber space! 😀
Loved this, Nancy!
It’s a great experiment with a win-win result! Sending positive vibes your way!
Laughter really does cure everything. But finding things to laugh about during tough times? That’s the real gift…
Turning our attention from the “tough stuff” long enough to find something to smile about pays dividends in a BIG way! That subtle shift in perspective gives us an energy boost, recharges our batteries and our enthusiasm, and lightens our load.
Love the happy!
Here’s some good vibrations for ya!
The link did not work for me.
It’s a youtube video of Happy by Pharrell Williams . . . featuring several smile-inducing MINIONS!
I’m not sure about magic, but I do believe that the thoughts and attitudes we harbor have a way of silently betraying themselves in our demeanor. People pick up subtle little clues from us, often without even realizing it, and respond accordingly.
Yup! Subtle clues abound. I can spot a “Debbie Downer” or a “Negative Ned” from a long ways away. And if I see them before they see me, I do my best to steer clear. 😀
Even in this experiment, I doubt that the inmate could have sent positive thoughts out from the inside if he was frowning on the outside. Moral: Keep smiling!
I TOTALLY believe in sending good vibrations (and I believe that bad vibrations are bad for your spirit/relationship/life). I make sure to smile at everyone I meet at the PO and the grocery store and the drug store etc. At first they look at me suspiciously (you know New Englanders…) but then they actually – are you ready for this? – smile back!
Haha! I smile and chat with people at the grocery store too ~ and usually get smiles in return.
I love this story and I am such a believer! On much simpler terms I’ve experienced strong shifts in positive energy when I’ve concentrated on being pleasant in unpleasant situations, but you’ve reminded me of the importance. This is very exciting stuff, and the timing—boy, do we need to put as much positive energy into the world as possible. 🙂 Thank you, Nancy!
Agreed! Here’s to spreading seeds of positivity far and wide!
Wonderful story! We can have a positive effect in the world!
Exactly! Here’s to sending out good vibrations!
Great story. I’ve been told that if you smile people will wonder what you’re up to, so they’ll pay attention to you. Case in point?
Maybe it depends on the type of smile?
A Mona Lisa smile makes me wonder what about the back story. Other smiles seem warm and genuine ~> “connectors” designed to bridge the gap between people.
Lovely story of the inmate you shared there. Sometimes you don’t need words to spread good vibes all round – it’s all in the actions. Being happy can be contagious, especially when it’s sincere. Personally I am not much of a smiler and it takes a lot for me to smile lol 🙂
If you don’t smile . . . how do you show “happy”? 😀
Such a good question. I guess…don’t smile but don’t appear sad or angry 😀
I like the smile in your gravitar ~ it makes you seem friendly and approachable.
A smile is often a bridge between two people. 😀
So this is where I have to admit that at least once a day I wish truly terrible things to happen to your President. I’m not proud that I’m that kind of person, but … DAMN! HE’S STILL ALIVE!!!
Maybe I’m not doing it right …
Please . . . try harder! 😀
I have to admit that after I hit the ‘send’ button, I wondered if it had been unwise to put that in writing. I’m not paranoid …. much.
You may be right to wonder. Free Speech is not as “free” as it once was ~ and that’s even setting aside the issue of self-censorship.