The pencil between the teeth

The pencil between the teeth is a simple technique to allow a change in perspective by engaging the same muscles as one does in a smile. Do let me know if you employ it and what other things you notice as a result?
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[@ConfluenceNutrition]

Super interesting...what did the study find the pencil did neurologically?

[@rachelromaine1757]

The pencil in the mouth engages the same muscles as a smile which is typically activated when one is happy so the brain shifts to a more positive mood. Let me know what you experience? Thanks for finding it interesting Confluence Nutrition.

[@patriciadelaere7928]

Great idea!!! I had a friend each time he was starting the day in a bad mood he would show a wooden spoon to whoever wanted to speak to him letting them know " not a good time". Well after 3/4 times showing the spoon he was laughing about it!!!

[@rachelromaine1757]

Too funny! I wonder what might have happened if he had placed the handle in his mouth to activate the smile muscles? Thanks for commenting Patricia.

[@ambersliney9526]

What a great idea and so simple.

[@rachelromaine1757]

Thanks for watching Amber.

[@nataschabuch4604]

I love simple techniques. Worth trying out!

[@rachelromaine1757]

I hope you do Natascha!