Decode the smile

Laughing is one of the most subtle forms of human expression. Researchers have listed dozens of different types of smiles: timid smiles, smirking smiles, beaming smiles, intimidating smiles, serene smiles, sexy smiles .

Laughing - the operation is not simple

Laughing first is a mechanism controlled from the brain. According to scientists, this reflex starts from a stimulus in the front of the hypothalamus (hypothalamus). This is a high-class nervous center that governs all activities of the autonomic nervous system of our body. From there, this stimulus spreads like a wave and transmits a nerve stream to the fringe system, an emotional center of the brain. From there, the signal will be emitted: muscle tone will relax, satisfactory emotional expressions will appear in the face area. In contrast, a stimulus in the back of the hypothalamus will lead to dissatisfaction.

On the other hand, for humans to be able to "hatch" the simplest smile, at least 15 mechanical parts work simultaneously. Fifteen mechanical parts only trigger a "slight movement of the eyes and lips," according to the fairly simple definitions that we read in the dictionaries. But not only that, each type of smile is related to the different parts of the body, in order to create unique features of each type of smile. When we laugh because of politeness, it's just a simple "movement" of the lips and the elasticity of the large cheekbones. Meanwhile, a burst of laughter when too happy will cause the body to "mobilize" the eyelid's muscular system. This muscle part will be activated automatically when we have pleasant pleasant feelings. Therefore, there is no mistaking between an awkward smile and a happy smile.

So, in social life, how many times do we laugh every day? Can not speak, because this depends on each personality and each situation. The smile will then help reveal the emotional states that we humans have at the time. In fact, we not only smile because of satisfaction but also for many other psychological and emotional causes. In addition, a question arises as to when do people laugh? At birth? Not so. In children, smiles appear at the baby's full month, or at the latest when they are 3 months old. Your baby will smile when he encounters a familiar face, when he hears a soft sound and especially after being fed. Later, through the learning process, each individual will have different smiles that signify many of its meanings. Psychologist Paul Ekman listed 19 different types of laughs, including smiles of fear, smiles of contempt or smiles, sarcasm and smiles. forced.

In short, laughter is a different language than words, a means for us to reveal what we "don't say in words". The smile from there will open up a wide range of broad communication areas. Please decode 6 smiles that are considered basic human beings below.

Laughing welcome - This is a "Marketing" smile

A welcoming smile or polite smile brings a close-up nature and a distance. When we encounter this smile, we will naturally feel happy and trustworthy, even if the partner has no relationship with us. Alexandra, 36, said: "I always remember her smile selling bread at the store, when I sometimes come by to buy a drive. That smile always makes me happy and wants to stop buying." The nature of this smile is that there is no need to know who we are, but we "hit" the general emotional part of us. "A sincere smile will arouse in us a very sensitive innate reflex, direct us to goodness", the Dalai Lama insisted so in the Sagesse ancienne et monde moderne.

Laughing consent - This is the "Enticing" smile

Consistent smiles that describe the subject also belong to a common problem or situation like us. This smile shows an unanimous agreement with some individuals that we choose. Taiwanese photographer Steven, 25, explains: "I always like to 'grab' for the climax moments of eyes and consensus smiles, even if it is an expression of people I happen to be. caught on the street ". The smiles Steven has picked up are the most memorable memories of his photo hunts.

Charming smile - This is a "smirk" smile

Ethics expert Irenaus Eibl-Eibsfeldt proved that smiles are always present in most of the fascinating ways of humankind around the world. In France, women most appreciate a man who always has happy smiles (37%), even with the glamor of the eye (13%). That smile is both secure and protective. Claire, a 38-year-old picture researcher engaged, recounted: "Sometimes, when I don't know what to do to please me, he gives me a gentle and rather sly smile. fall in love and fully believe ".

Smile defense - This is a "Self-defense" smile

When you happen to face someone we don't know, the first weapon we will use is nothing more than a smile. This is a "trump card" launched to neutralize the opponent, eliminating the attack impulses that the opposite person might have when we look at them. This is considered a sign of peace that we share with all civilizations in the world. As Emmanuelle, 25, confessed: "When I walked into a room in which I was not acquainted with anyone, I naturally smiled as if to reassure myself."

Smiling - This is a smile "Consolidate faith"

Learning how to create a smile to keep us positive attitudes and looks is the first step to our successes in life. 48-year-old cardiologist Elisabeth said: "I always have to practice laughing and practice speaking in public. That will make me more confident." Such a smile will help us to control ourselves better when we are stressed, help us face better with changes in life, so that we can have a more peaceful and peaceful attitude. Ludovic, 27, said: "Once I wondered how I could ask the director to let me take a month off the salary. Finally, I decided to go to the director first with one. smile. And everything went smoothly ". Such a smile helped create another smile .

Smiling - This is a "Fine" smile

Not only is it used to indicate satisfaction, a wry smile can still bloom on our lips when we have just committed some awkward action or when we are shy, embarrassed or manifest a mind Disorder Psychotherapist Catherine Aimelet-Perissol explains: "A bored smile shows that when we want to control our emotions, we don't want to endure it." Therefore, if smiling is to find a strength in relationships, then the smile also expresses our soft feelings.