How I Raised Myself from Failure to Success in Selling Ch 21

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What triggered the need for the author to change their sour expression?

Social pressure from peers

A series of personal hardships (correct)

A realization of personal failure

Advice from family members

What was the author's initial reaction to their worried expression?

It was beneficial for business dealings.

It was ignored by those around them.

It led to negative social interactions. (correct)

It was seen as a sign of strength.

What routine did the author establish to cultivate a smile?

Volunteering in the community.

Reading self-help books.

A fifteen-minute bath and workout. (correct)

Daily meditation and reflection.

Which emotion did the author find difficult to suppress while trying to smile?

Fear Signup and view all the answers

What realization did the author come to about the nature of the smile they needed?

It should come from genuine happiness. Signup and view all the answers

How did the author’s childhood experiences impact their ability to smile?

They left a lingering sense of worry. Signup and view all the answers

What was the overall impact of the author's new approach to smiling?

It attracted a more positive social environment. Signup and view all the answers

What did the author have to overcome in order to maintain a smile?

Thoughts of doubt, fear, and worry. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theory presented by Professor William James regarding action and feeling?

Regulating action can help in regulating feelings. Signup and view all the answers

How did the author enhance their interactions before entering a man's office?

By taking a moment to think about things to be thankful for and smiling. Signup and view all the answers

What effect does a cheerful smile have on a person's interactions according to the content?

It generally leads to more positive and reciprocated responses from others. Signup and view all the answers

According to the author's experience, what was one significant change noted by a man after he committed to smiling for thirty days?

He experienced happiness restoration in his home and improved business. Signup and view all the answers

What did Dorothy Dix state about the impact of a smile on relationships?

A smile can significantly contribute to the success of a marriage. Signup and view all the answers

What activity does the author suggest to improve one's mood and reduce worry?

Offering the best smile to every person encountered for thirty days. Signup and view all the answers

How does the author describe the potential impact of a smile in daily life?

It can make a person feel more welcome and connected. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cultivating a Happy Smile

A sour expression led to failure in business and social interactions.
Personal hardship (father's death, poverty, illness) contributed to a negative outlook.
A 15-minute daily ritual of smiling was adopted to combat a sour expression.

Method for Cultivating Happiness through Smiling

Initial Step: Daily 15-minute smile workout during a bath/rub down.
Essential Quality: An honest, genuine smile, not forced or insincere.
Action-Feeling Connection: Smile and optimistic thoughts act together. Regulating action (smiling) indirectly regulates feeling.
Practical Application: Thinking positive thoughts before interactions, instantly giving a warm smile and receiving a similar response.

Positive Effects of Smiling

Social Impact: Smiling welcomes people, improves interactions, and fosters positive reactions.
Business Impact: Smiling enhances interactions, creates rapport, and improves chances for success.
Personal Impact: Smiling combats worry, generates happiness, and fosters a sense of well-being.
Relationship Impact: Smiling positively impacts spouse and children's welfare.
Testimonial Evidence: Witness accounts from personal testimonials and letters about improved relations, business, and happiness.

Conclusion

Smiling is an effective method to increase happiness and improve various facets of life.
A commitment of 30 days is recommended to see the benefits.
Smiling is a valuable tool to overcome hardship and cultivate a positive outlook.
Quotes by Dorothy Dix support the value of smiling in relationships.

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Discover the transformative power of smiling in this engaging quiz. Learn how a simple daily ritual of smiling can impact your social and business interactions positively. Explore the connection between actions and feelings while fostering genuine connections with others.