Tip 8 in my #10Tips10Days series on how I was able to find a thread of hope on rock bottom, unable to see, walk or perform basic cognitive functions… IS TO SMILE! I completely understand that the LAST thing you may want to do when you feel crummy is smile, but it can do more for you than you realize, such as: 🙂Stress Reduction 🙂Pain Relief 🙂Strengthened Immune Function 🙂Improved Mood 🙂Better Relationships It’s a no-brainer, right? So SMILE! In fact, PROVE IT! Snap a selfie of you and your smile and post it below! 1️⃣ Be Present – Find your anchor to remind you. 2️⃣ Reminisce – Don’t let happy memories go to waste! 3️⃣ Acknowledge – Acknowledge the invisible. 4️⃣ Neuroplasticity – Think positive thoughts for every negative one. 5️⃣ Compliment – Give kind notes often. 6️⃣ Pause – Practice deep breathing exercises. 7️⃣ Reflect – Remember how far you’ve come. Thanks for joining the challenge, folks! #Gratitude #Wellness #HealthAndWellness #Disability #DifferentlyAbled #Strength #ChantelShares …see more