The Daily Quote podcast pageThe Great News Podcast pageThe Great News LetterVoicemail feedback line – 1-877-636-1474Welcome to The Daily Quote, a podcast to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern, and today is June 15th.And it is National Smile Day - a delightfully simple reminder to let our inner joy and warmth shine through with a bright, genuine smile. There's something truly powerful and contagious about the simple act of smiling.Speaking of the transformative power of positivity, let's connect that to today's quote from the beloved Spanish philosopher and novelist, Miguel de Cervantes, who said: "A sad soul can kill you quicker than a germ."Well... that isn't the most positive quote is it? But if it is true then the opposite must be true, right?Cervantes' words are a poignant reminder that our mindset and emotional state have a profound impact on our overall wellbeing and quality of life. Just as a smile can uplift those around us, a perpetually negative outlook can slowly diminish our vitality and spirit.As you go about your day today, I invite you to approach it with the same radiant warmth and optimism as someone flashing a bright, genuine smile. Make a conscious effort to shift your perspective, to seek out the silver linings, and to let your inner light shine through.Perhaps today is the day you finally make a commitment to actively cultivating more positivity and gratitude in your life, whether it's through journaling, meditation, or simply taking a few moments each day to appreciate the good that surrounds you.Or maybe you'll simply approach your daily interactions and experiences with a more joyful and uplifting spirit, letting your smile be a beacon of warmth and encouragement to those around you.So why not make a conscious effort to smile more today? Let the simple act of curving your lips upward be a reminder to embrace a positive, life-affirming mindset. For it is in these moments of genuine joy and optimism that we truly nourish our souls and uplift those around us.There have been studies that take depressed people and get them to put a ridiculous smile on their face and simply adopt the posture of a happy person... and they weren't able to feel depressed while smiling. These studies have been criticized recently but there is only one way to find out if it works for you.... SMILE... and see if you feel happier.Thanks for joining me on The Daily Quote. I hope this encourages you to let your inner light shine through with a bright, genuine smile, knowing that a positive outlook is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves and the world. Have a wonderful day, and remember, a sunny smile has the power to brighten even the darkest of days.