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EPISODE · Aug 17, 2026 · 10 MIN

The secret force of smiling - Ron Gutman

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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-hidden-power-of-smiling-ron-gutmanRon Gutman reviews a raft of studies about smiling, and reveals some surprising results. Did you know your smile can be a predictor of how long you'll live -- and that a simple smile has a measurable effect on your overall well-being? Prepare to flex a few facial muscles as you learn more about this evolutionarily contagious behavior.Talk by Ron Gutman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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