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Philanthropy Friday: Happy World Smile Day!

jennifer · October 3, 2014 ·

Each Friday, the another jennifer blog shares stories of those who incorporate philanthropy into their everyday lives – personally and professionally – in a creative and unique way. If you have a story you’d like to share, please contact Jennifer.
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Happy World Smile Day to you!
World Smile Day is a holiday started by the creator of the smiley face, Harvey Ball. Ball, a commercial artist from Worcester, Massachusetts came up with the iconic symbol of happiness in 1963. Out of concern for the over-commercialization of his creation, he wanted to have one day where the smiley face “knows no politics, no geography and no religion.”
Today is the big day.
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So how can you celebrate? It’s easy. Simply do an act of kindness and help one person smile. I think we all know how powerful a simple smile from a stranger can be.
Have you ever purposely smiled at everyone you have come across while walking down the road? I have. It’s fun to see people’s reactions. (And kind of sad that people don’t expect smiles from random people on the street.)
A smile can go a long way. It can lift someone up that may be having a bad day. It can show someone they are not alone. It can restore humanity back into our everyday lives. (Perhaps you’ll even become a part of someone’s storyline because of a smile at the right moment.)
If you are looking for a little inspiration, check out these simple acts of giving that will make people smile, read about what happened when I smiled for 30 days straight, or watch this Smiley Face Song video.

How will you celebrate World Smile Day?

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