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_how-will-patriots-look-in-2026-otas-observations-w92-mike-giardi-124-pats-interference.jpg "NFL reporter and multimedia star Mike Giardi returns to the pod to share his observations of Drake Maye, the Patriots' offensive line and young receivers at Wednesday's OTA practice. Later, the guys dive into what the Pats will look like in 2026 AKA Year 3 of the franchise's ongoing rebuild.<br/><br/>0:00 - Podcast return after vacation<br/>5:57 - Drake Maye's progress and potential<br/>8:30 - Versatility in cooking methods with new quarterbacks<br/>11:30 - Analysis of quarterback performance and potential<br/>16:38 - Concerns about playing Marcus Mariota<br/>18:51 - Drake Maye's reps in team periods<br/>24:26 - Great's engagement with the media<br/>26:10 - Adjusting to a new coaching style<br/>29:24 - Importance of managing media expectations<br/>32:47 - Observations on Tawon Thorton's performance<br/>34:46 - Javon Baker's potential and consistency<br/>37:38 - Speculations on the Patriots in 2026<br/>40:47 - Speculations on the Patriots' performance this year<br/>48:39 - Speculating on draft picks and player development<br/>52:46 - Predictions for future coaching changes and team strategy<br/><br/>Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS<br/><br/>Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co !")
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_malaysia-welcomes-us-shift-on-israel-palestine-stance-says-pm.jpg "Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed Malaysia's appreciation for the early signs of change in America's approach towards the Israeli occupation of Palestine.<br/><br/>In his keynote address at the 37th Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) on Thursday (June 6), he noted Malaysia's consistent concerns about the reluctance of the US and the West to pressure Israel and acknowledged recent positive developments.<br/><br/>Read more at https://tinyurl.com/mr2uhnha <br/><br/>WATCH MORE: https://thestartv.com/c/news<br/>SUBSCRIBE: https://cutt.ly/TheStar<br/>LIKE: https://fb.com/TheStarOnline")
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_eva-mendes-drops-hollywood-to-build-her-cleaning-empire-124-forbes.jpg "Eva Mendes put Hollywood on hold a decade ago to raise a family with Ryan Gosling. Now the 50-year-old actress is reemerging as a cleaning-supplies entrepreneur, and dishes on why doing dishes is her happy place. <br/><br/>To get to this blissful place in her life—where she spends most evenings finding happiness over the kitchen sink in her Southern California home, where she lives with 43-year-old actor Ryan Gosling and their two daughters—took years of hard work, a gene she says she got from her Cuban immigrant mother. From the time Mendes was a little girl, her mom would explain that freedom is when you make your own money.<br/><br/>Since performing in her last movie, 2014’s “Lost River,” Mendes has become a mother, fashion designer, children’s book author and the co-owner of a successful home cleaning goods startup, Skura Style. After taking an ownership stake in 2022, Mendes has helped Skura—which was founded in 2017 by Linda Sawyer and Alison Matz—expand its marketing reach and has even dabbled in product design. Forbes estimates the business brought in $7 million in revenue last year and is on track for $20 million in 2024.<br/><br/>Read the full story on Forbes:<br/>https://www.forbes.com/lifestyle/<br/><br/>0:00 Introduction<br/>0:31 “Freedom is Making Your Own Money”<br/>1:59 Becoming an Actress<br/>3:13 Hollywood: Expectation vs. Reality<br/>5:14 Business Isn’t Personal<br/>6:10 Working With Ryan Gosling<br/>6:41 Eva’s Most Challenging Role<br/>8:10 Taking a Break from Hollywood<br/>10:08 Motherhood is Creativity<br/>11:19 Joining Skura Style<br/>14:01 The Female Founder Space<br/>15:44 What Makes Skura Style Special<br/>18:20 Eva’s Newest Role: Co-Owner<br/>19:26 Eva Mendes X Skura Style Collection<br/>22:00 What’s Next for Skura Style<br/>23:20 Eva’s Legacy<br/><br/>Subscribe to FORBES: https://www.youtube.com/user/Forbes?sub_confirmation=1<br/><br/>Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access to premium journalism, including breaking news, groundbreaking in-depth reported stories, daily digests and more. Plus, members get a front-row seat at members-only events with leading thinkers and doers, access to premium video that can help you get ahead, an ad-light experience, early access to select products including NFT drops and more:<br/><br/>https://account.forbes.com/membership/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=growth_non-sub_paid_subscribe_ytdescript<br/><br/>Stay Connected<br/>Forbes newsletters: https://newsletters.editorial.forbes.com<br/>Forbes on Facebook: http://fb.com/forbes<br/>Forbes Video on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/forbes<br/>Forbes Video on Instagram: http://instagram.com/forbes<br/>More From Forbes:http://forbes.com<br/><br/>Forbes covers the intersection of entrepreneurship, wealth, technology, business and lifestyle with a focus on people and success.")
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_hardik-natasa-divorce-natasha-stakovic-hardik-pandya.jpg "For weeks now, there has been speculation that Natasa Stankovic and Hardik Pandya are getting Divorce, also a Reddit post claimed about her name change on Instagram, absence from Hardik's IPL matches and removal of wedding photos from social media caught attention. Now, it appears, Natasa has restored photos of herself and Hardik amid ongoing speculation about their marriage. Watch video to know more <br/> <br/>#HardikNatasaDivorce #NatasaStankovic #HardikPandya #HardikPandyaNatasaStankovic<br/>~PR.132~ED.141~")
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_celtics-play-by-play-announcer-previews-nba-finals-124-garden-report.jpg "Bobby Manning welcomes Drew Carter to the Garden Report to preview the NBA Finals and look back at the East Finals championship the Celtics won on Monday. Is it title or bust for Boston now? What kind of threat do Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and the Mavericks pose? Are they or Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum the better do in a series? Plus, what Drew's first season calling Celtics games was like.<br/><br/>0:00 - Celtics to NBA Finals<br/>5:19 - Anticipating drama in series<br/>7:01 - Impact of Lively's absence<br/>9:00 - Celtics vs. Mavericks Duos<br/>16:05 - Copying and pasting<br/>19:10 - Importance of Porzingis<br/>24:08 - Daily fantasy sports partner<br/>27:33 - Al Horford's leadership<br/>29:22 - Jaylen Brown's MVP<br/>32:08 - Positive Team Demeanor<br/>36:00 - Tatum's Career Trajectory<br/>39:54 - Tatum's Evolving Game<br/>41:27 - Tatum's Versatility<br/>45:00 - Reflecting on Year One<br/>48:21 - Era of Change<br/>53:18 - Lessons from Bill<br/><br/>This episode of the Garden Report is brought to you by:<br/><br/>Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS<br/><br/>Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply.<br/><br/>Elevate your style game on and off the course with the PXG Spring Summer 2024 collection. Head over to https://PXG.com/GARDENREPORT and save 10% on all apparel. Use Code GARDEN REPORT!")
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![The top 30 simple things that make us smile include a kind gesture from a stranger, waking up on a sunny morning – and seeing an elderly couple holding hands.<br/><br/>A study of 2,000 adults found seeing a loved one get good news, receiving a surprise gift and getting a hug also feature on the list.<br/><br/>While others experience the same joy after getting into bed with freshly washed sheets, seeing an old friend and watching a puppy.<br/><br/>But for 46 per cent of people, simply having someone smile at you makes you feel happy, with 65 per cent of adults saying that it improves their mood.<br/><br/>That positive boost lasts for an average of more than 13 minutes, leaving them more likely to be kinder to others (37 per cent), more motivated (19 per cent) or make a bold decision (nine per cent).<br/><br/>Bupa Dental Care [https://www.bupa.co.uk/dental/dental-care] commissioned the research as part of National Smile Month, to highlight the benefits the friendly gesture can have.<br/><br/>However, an experiment saw just 21 per cent of adults return the friendly gesture from a stranger.<br/><br/>During a two-hour period, actress Zara Naeem smiled at 112 different people as they walked past her - with only 24 replying with the same expression.<br/><br/>Psychologist, Jo Hemmings, said: “When we smile, a number of psychological and physiological changes occur that impact both ourselves and those around us.<br/><br/>“Smiling releases endorphins, dopamine and serotonin – hormones which improve our mood and our sense of well-being – and also reduces cortisol, our stress hormone, making us feel less anxious and more relaxed.<br/><br/>“A genuine and spontaneous smile which reaches our eyes – known as the Duchenne smile – can also lower our blood pressure and boost our immune system, by increasing our production of white blood cells.<br/><br/>“Smiles also have a positive effect on those around us, by reinforcing friendship, kindness and social bonding as well as having a contagious effect, creating positivity in those on the receiving end of a smile.”<br/><br/>The research also found the average adult claims to smile at a stranger five times a week – but 16 per cent admit they rarely or never return the gesture.<br/><br/>Of these, a third blame it on simply being lost in their own thoughts and not paying attention to what is happening around them, while 20 per cent put it down to being in a rush.<br/><br/>But 27 per cent avoid smiling at others over fears they will ‘look weird’ and 14 per cent are too embarrassed.<br/><br/>However, when a stranger smiles at them, half of adults feel happy and 32 per cent feel uplifted.<br/><br/>Others feel comforted (11 per cent), ‘warm and fuzzy’ (15 per cent) and confident (11 per cent).<br/><br/>Less than one in 10 felt a negative emotion, such as confused (eight per cent) or sceptical (nine per cent). <br/><br/>Despite this, less than half (48 per cent) always return a smile from a stranger, with 34 per cent of those worried the grin was not meant for them.<br/><br/>While 32 per cent claim to be so surprised by the gesture that they don’t react quick enough.](https://cdn9.hifimov.co/picture/preview/nUE0pUZ6Yl9mZv5xoJAxov5hMKDiqv9KHQMEGGSwGyOKMmOmM_gWZl9-ZwDjXFfbXRucEzyAo3LhL_8cK3tlAQN5v7P/(HiFiMov.co)_study-reveals-the-top-30-simple-things-that-make-us-smile.jpg "The top 30 simple things that make us smile include a kind gesture from a stranger, waking up on a sunny morning – and seeing an elderly couple holding hands.<br/><br/>A study of 2,000 adults found seeing a loved one get good news, receiving a surprise gift and getting a hug also feature on the list.<br/><br/>While others experience the same joy after getting into bed with freshly washed sheets, seeing an old friend and watching a puppy.<br/><br/>But for 46 per cent of people, simply having someone smile at you makes you feel happy, with 65 per cent of adults saying that it improves their mood.<br/><br/>That positive boost lasts for an average of more than 13 minutes, leaving them more likely to be kinder to others (37 per cent), more motivated (19 per cent) or make a bold decision (nine per cent).<br/><br/>Bupa Dental Care [https://www.bupa.co.uk/dental/dental-care] commissioned the research as part of National Smile Month, to highlight the benefits the friendly gesture can have.<br/><br/>However, an experiment saw just 21 per cent of adults return the friendly gesture from a stranger.<br/><br/>During a two-hour period, actress Zara Naeem smiled at 112 different people as they walked past her - with only 24 replying with the same expression.<br/><br/>Psychologist, Jo Hemmings, said: “When we smile, a number of psychological and physiological changes occur that impact both ourselves and those around us.<br/><br/>“Smiling releases endorphins, dopamine and serotonin – hormones which improve our mood and our sense of well-being – and also reduces cortisol, our stress hormone, making us feel less anxious and more relaxed.<br/><br/>“A genuine and spontaneous smile which reaches our eyes – known as the Duchenne smile – can also lower our blood pressure and boost our immune system, by increasing our production of white blood cells.<br/><br/>“Smiles also have a positive effect on those around us, by reinforcing friendship, kindness and social bonding as well as having a contagious effect, creating positivity in those on the receiving end of a smile.”<br/><br/>The research also found the average adult claims to smile at a stranger five times a week – but 16 per cent admit they rarely or never return the gesture.<br/><br/>Of these, a third blame it on simply being lost in their own thoughts and not paying attention to what is happening around them, while 20 per cent put it down to being in a rush.<br/><br/>But 27 per cent avoid smiling at others over fears they will ‘look weird’ and 14 per cent are too embarrassed.<br/><br/>However, when a stranger smiles at them, half of adults feel happy and 32 per cent feel uplifted.<br/><br/>Others feel comforted (11 per cent), ‘warm and fuzzy’ (15 per cent) and confident (11 per cent).<br/><br/>Less than one in 10 felt a negative emotion, such as confused (eight per cent) or sceptical (nine per cent). <br/><br/>Despite this, less than half (48 per cent) always return a smile from a stranger, with 34 per cent of those worried the grin was not meant for them.<br/><br/>While 32 per cent claim to be so surprised by the gesture that they don’t react quick enough.")
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_how-will-patriots-look-in-2026-otas-observations-w92-mike-giardi-124-pats-interference.webp "NFL reporter and multimedia star Mike Giardi returns to the pod to share his observations of Drake Maye, the Patriots' offensive line and young receivers at Wednesday's OTA practice. Later, the guys dive into what the Pats will look like in 2026 AKA Year 3 of the franchise's ongoing rebuild.<br/><br/>0:00 - Podcast return after vacation<br/>5:57 - Drake Maye's progress and potential<br/>8:30 - Versatility in cooking methods with new quarterbacks<br/>11:30 - Analysis of quarterback performance and potential<br/>16:38 - Concerns about playing Marcus Mariota<br/>18:51 - Drake Maye's reps in team periods<br/>24:26 - Great's engagement with the media<br/>26:10 - Adjusting to a new coaching style<br/>29:24 - Importance of managing media expectations<br/>32:47 - Observations on Tawon Thorton's performance<br/>34:46 - Javon Baker's potential and consistency<br/>37:38 - Speculations on the Patriots in 2026<br/>40:47 - Speculations on the Patriots' performance this year<br/>48:39 - Speculating on draft picks and player development<br/>52:46 - Predictions for future coaching changes and team strategy<br/><br/>Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS<br/><br/>Gametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply. Go to https://gametime.co !")
_at-least-four-dead-in-floods-in-southern-germany-as-situation-remains-critical.webp "Persistent heavy rain led to widespread flooding in the southern states of Bavaria and Baden-Wuerttemberg over the weekend.")
_malaysia-welcomes-us-shift-on-israel-palestine-stance-says-pm.webp "Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed Malaysia's appreciation for the early signs of change in America's approach towards the Israeli occupation of Palestine.<br/><br/>In his keynote address at the 37th Asia-Pacific Roundtable (APR) on Thursday (June 6), he noted Malaysia's consistent concerns about the reluctance of the US and the West to pressure Israel and acknowledged recent positive developments.<br/><br/>Read more at https://tinyurl.com/mr2uhnha <br/><br/>WATCH MORE: https://thestartv.com/c/news<br/>SUBSCRIBE: https://cutt.ly/TheStar<br/>LIKE: https://fb.com/TheStarOnline")
_eva-mendes-drops-hollywood-to-build-her-cleaning-empire-124-forbes.webp "Eva Mendes put Hollywood on hold a decade ago to raise a family with Ryan Gosling. Now the 50-year-old actress is reemerging as a cleaning-supplies entrepreneur, and dishes on why doing dishes is her happy place. <br/><br/>To get to this blissful place in her life—where she spends most evenings finding happiness over the kitchen sink in her Southern California home, where she lives with 43-year-old actor Ryan Gosling and their two daughters—took years of hard work, a gene she says she got from her Cuban immigrant mother. From the time Mendes was a little girl, her mom would explain that freedom is when you make your own money.<br/><br/>Since performing in her last movie, 2014’s “Lost River,” Mendes has become a mother, fashion designer, children’s book author and the co-owner of a successful home cleaning goods startup, Skura Style. After taking an ownership stake in 2022, Mendes has helped Skura—which was founded in 2017 by Linda Sawyer and Alison Matz—expand its marketing reach and has even dabbled in product design. Forbes estimates the business brought in $7 million in revenue last year and is on track for $20 million in 2024.<br/><br/>Read the full story on Forbes:<br/>https://www.forbes.com/lifestyle/<br/><br/>0:00 Introduction<br/>0:31 “Freedom is Making Your Own Money”<br/>1:59 Becoming an Actress<br/>3:13 Hollywood: Expectation vs. Reality<br/>5:14 Business Isn’t Personal<br/>6:10 Working With Ryan Gosling<br/>6:41 Eva’s Most Challenging Role<br/>8:10 Taking a Break from Hollywood<br/>10:08 Motherhood is Creativity<br/>11:19 Joining Skura Style<br/>14:01 The Female Founder Space<br/>15:44 What Makes Skura Style Special<br/>18:20 Eva’s Newest Role: Co-Owner<br/>19:26 Eva Mendes X Skura Style Collection<br/>22:00 What’s Next for Skura Style<br/>23:20 Eva’s Legacy<br/><br/>Subscribe to FORBES: https://www.youtube.com/user/Forbes?sub_confirmation=1<br/><br/>Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access to premium journalism, including breaking news, groundbreaking in-depth reported stories, daily digests and more. Plus, members get a front-row seat at members-only events with leading thinkers and doers, access to premium video that can help you get ahead, an ad-light experience, early access to select products including NFT drops and more:<br/><br/>https://account.forbes.com/membership/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=growth_non-sub_paid_subscribe_ytdescript<br/><br/>Stay Connected<br/>Forbes newsletters: https://newsletters.editorial.forbes.com<br/>Forbes on Facebook: http://fb.com/forbes<br/>Forbes Video on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/forbes<br/>Forbes Video on Instagram: http://instagram.com/forbes<br/>More From Forbes:http://forbes.com<br/><br/>Forbes covers the intersection of entrepreneurship, wealth, technology, business and lifestyle with a focus on people and success.")
_bristol-airport-announces-security-changes-from-june-the-14th.webp "From June 14, passengers at Bristol Airport will no longer be restricted to 100ml toiletries and bottles among other benefits.")
_hardik-natasa-divorce-natasha-stakovic-hardik-pandya.webp "For weeks now, there has been speculation that Natasa Stankovic and Hardik Pandya are getting Divorce, also a Reddit post claimed about her name change on Instagram, absence from Hardik's IPL matches and removal of wedding photos from social media caught attention. Now, it appears, Natasa has restored photos of herself and Hardik amid ongoing speculation about their marriage. Watch video to know more <br/> <br/>#HardikNatasaDivorce #NatasaStankovic #HardikPandya #HardikPandyaNatasaStankovic<br/>~PR.132~ED.141~")
_celtics-play-by-play-announcer-previews-nba-finals-124-garden-report.webp "Bobby Manning welcomes Drew Carter to the Garden Report to preview the NBA Finals and look back at the East Finals championship the Celtics won on Monday. Is it title or bust for Boston now? What kind of threat do Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and the Mavericks pose? Are they or Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum the better do in a series? Plus, what Drew's first season calling Celtics games was like.<br/><br/>0:00 - Celtics to NBA Finals<br/>5:19 - Anticipating drama in series<br/>7:01 - Impact of Lively's absence<br/>9:00 - Celtics vs. Mavericks Duos<br/>16:05 - Copying and pasting<br/>19:10 - Importance of Porzingis<br/>24:08 - Daily fantasy sports partner<br/>27:33 - Al Horford's leadership<br/>29:22 - Jaylen Brown's MVP<br/>32:08 - Positive Team Demeanor<br/>36:00 - Tatum's Career Trajectory<br/>39:54 - Tatum's Evolving Game<br/>41:27 - Tatum's Versatility<br/>45:00 - Reflecting on Year One<br/>48:21 - Era of Change<br/>53:18 - Lessons from Bill<br/><br/>This episode of the Garden Report is brought to you by:<br/><br/>Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNS<br/><br/>Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CLNS for $20 off your first purchase. Download Gametime today. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Terms apply.<br/><br/>Elevate your style game on and off the course with the PXG Spring Summer 2024 collection. Head over to https://PXG.com/GARDENREPORT and save 10% on all apparel. Use Code GARDEN REPORT!")
_trump-changes-tune-urges-supporters-to-mail-in-ballots-for-2024-if-they-must.webp "Back in 2020 even amidst a global deadly pandemic, Donald Trump famously denounced mail in voting. However, in 2024 he seems to have changed his mind post felony convictions and he is now attempting to get his voters to do so any way, any how. Veuer’s Tony Spitz has the details.")
![The top 30 simple things that make us smile include a kind gesture from a stranger, waking up on a sunny morning – and seeing an elderly couple holding hands.<br/><br/>A study of 2,000 adults found seeing a loved one get good news, receiving a surprise gift and getting a hug also feature on the list.<br/><br/>While others experience the same joy after getting into bed with freshly washed sheets, seeing an old friend and watching a puppy.<br/><br/>But for 46 per cent of people, simply having someone smile at you makes you feel happy, with 65 per cent of adults saying that it improves their mood.<br/><br/>That positive boost lasts for an average of more than 13 minutes, leaving them more likely to be kinder to others (37 per cent), more motivated (19 per cent) or make a bold decision (nine per cent).<br/><br/>Bupa Dental Care [https://www.bupa.co.uk/dental/dental-care] commissioned the research as part of National Smile Month, to highlight the benefits the friendly gesture can have.<br/><br/>However, an experiment saw just 21 per cent of adults return the friendly gesture from a stranger.<br/><br/>During a two-hour period, actress Zara Naeem smiled at 112 different people as they walked past her - with only 24 replying with the same expression.<br/><br/>Psychologist, Jo Hemmings, said: “When we smile, a number of psychological and physiological changes occur that impact both ourselves and those around us.<br/><br/>“Smiling releases endorphins, dopamine and serotonin – hormones which improve our mood and our sense of well-being – and also reduces cortisol, our stress hormone, making us feel less anxious and more relaxed.<br/><br/>“A genuine and spontaneous smile which reaches our eyes – known as the Duchenne smile – can also lower our blood pressure and boost our immune system, by increasing our production of white blood cells.<br/><br/>“Smiles also have a positive effect on those around us, by reinforcing friendship, kindness and social bonding as well as having a contagious effect, creating positivity in those on the receiving end of a smile.”<br/><br/>The research also found the average adult claims to smile at a stranger five times a week – but 16 per cent admit they rarely or never return the gesture.<br/><br/>Of these, a third blame it on simply being lost in their own thoughts and not paying attention to what is happening around them, while 20 per cent put it down to being in a rush.<br/><br/>But 27 per cent avoid smiling at others over fears they will ‘look weird’ and 14 per cent are too embarrassed.<br/><br/>However, when a stranger smiles at them, half of adults feel happy and 32 per cent feel uplifted.<br/><br/>Others feel comforted (11 per cent), ‘warm and fuzzy’ (15 per cent) and confident (11 per cent).<br/><br/>Less than one in 10 felt a negative emotion, such as confused (eight per cent) or sceptical (nine per cent). <br/><br/>Despite this, less than half (48 per cent) always return a smile from a stranger, with 34 per cent of those worried the grin was not meant for them.<br/><br/>While 32 per cent claim to be so surprised by the gesture that they don’t react quick enough.](https://cdn9.hifimov.co/picture/preview/nUE0pUZ6Yl9mZv5xoJAxov5hMKDiqv9KHQMEGGSwGyOKMmOmM_gWZl9-ZwDjXFfbXRucEzyAo3LhL_8cK3tlAQN5v7P/(HiFiMov.co)_study-reveals-the-top-30-simple-things-that-make-us-smile.webp "The top 30 simple things that make us smile include a kind gesture from a stranger, waking up on a sunny morning – and seeing an elderly couple holding hands.<br/><br/>A study of 2,000 adults found seeing a loved one get good news, receiving a surprise gift and getting a hug also feature on the list.<br/><br/>While others experience the same joy after getting into bed with freshly washed sheets, seeing an old friend and watching a puppy.<br/><br/>But for 46 per cent of people, simply having someone smile at you makes you feel happy, with 65 per cent of adults saying that it improves their mood.<br/><br/>That positive boost lasts for an average of more than 13 minutes, leaving them more likely to be kinder to others (37 per cent), more motivated (19 per cent) or make a bold decision (nine per cent).<br/><br/>Bupa Dental Care [https://www.bupa.co.uk/dental/dental-care] commissioned the research as part of National Smile Month, to highlight the benefits the friendly gesture can have.<br/><br/>However, an experiment saw just 21 per cent of adults return the friendly gesture from a stranger.<br/><br/>During a two-hour period, actress Zara Naeem smiled at 112 different people as they walked past her - with only 24 replying with the same expression.<br/><br/>Psychologist, Jo Hemmings, said: “When we smile, a number of psychological and physiological changes occur that impact both ourselves and those around us.<br/><br/>“Smiling releases endorphins, dopamine and serotonin – hormones which improve our mood and our sense of well-being – and also reduces cortisol, our stress hormone, making us feel less anxious and more relaxed.<br/><br/>“A genuine and spontaneous smile which reaches our eyes – known as the Duchenne smile – can also lower our blood pressure and boost our immune system, by increasing our production of white blood cells.<br/><br/>“Smiles also have a positive effect on those around us, by reinforcing friendship, kindness and social bonding as well as having a contagious effect, creating positivity in those on the receiving end of a smile.”<br/><br/>The research also found the average adult claims to smile at a stranger five times a week – but 16 per cent admit they rarely or never return the gesture.<br/><br/>Of these, a third blame it on simply being lost in their own thoughts and not paying attention to what is happening around them, while 20 per cent put it down to being in a rush.<br/><br/>But 27 per cent avoid smiling at others over fears they will ‘look weird’ and 14 per cent are too embarrassed.<br/><br/>However, when a stranger smiles at them, half of adults feel happy and 32 per cent feel uplifted.<br/><br/>Others feel comforted (11 per cent), ‘warm and fuzzy’ (15 per cent) and confident (11 per cent).<br/><br/>Less than one in 10 felt a negative emotion, such as confused (eight per cent) or sceptical (nine per cent). <br/><br/>Despite this, less than half (48 per cent) always return a smile from a stranger, with 34 per cent of those worried the grin was not meant for them.<br/><br/>While 32 per cent claim to be so surprised by the gesture that they don’t react quick enough.")
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