Faking smiles can be dangerous.

“Research suggests that an inauthentic smile to hide unhappiness can further worsen your mood”

Make sure you feel it inside of you… Think of a happy moment or memory to trigger an authentic smile.

“When was the last time you flashed a fake smile at the office?

For some, it may be just another mundane aspect of work life — putting on a game face to hide your inner unhappiness. But new research suggests that it may have unexpected consequences: worsening your mood and causing you to withdraw from the tasks at hand.”

Read the full article: The Claim: A Fake Smile Can be Bad for Your Health