I always look sad...can you help me chipper up?

Question

i always look sad or depressed Even when im not. i dont like to smile because i have minor spaces in my teeth but when im around my friends or family i smile laugh and giggle but when i catch the bus or go jogging people always ask me whats wrong? and why am i so sad. and one time this lady gave me a kleenex because she said it looked like i was about to cry, when in actuality my mom just gave me 50 bucks. so can any one give me tips to look more happy and non frowny? i dont know why im not comfortable with looking chipper and happy. im getting braces in the winter so do you think when i get braces i'll be more comfortable with my smile??

thanks to all!

Answer 1

Wrong section but whatever.  make a conscious effort to smile more.  This will, in time, cause the muscles of your face to start becoming used to this position.  Also, smiling - even "fake" smiling - releases endorphins that make you feel happier - in case you ARE feeling blue.  Some people are just miserable.  I take it you're not because you mention you don't know why people think you're sad.  Laugh a lot.  Hang around with funny, upbeat people.  They'll make you laugh and you'll smile more because of it.  also, don't worry about your teeth.  It's good you're getting braces to straighten them out but relax.  It's better to have crooked teeth than no teeth at all!  If you're uncomfortable with your smile maybe you should try some positive affirmations in regards to such.  you'd be surprised at how well and how quickly they work!  Take it from me. I used to think affirmations were the goofiest thing in the world.  Now I swear by them.  If anybody gives you any flack about your teeth shut them down quickly and ruthlessly.  You don't have to be mean but let them know with absolutely no uncertainty that it's a sensitive area with you and you'd prefer they leave it alone.  if they're a friend, they'll understand and abide y your wishes.  if they don't then they're not a friend and you can find better people to spend your time with.

Good luck

Answer 2

ParaDox Rox On !!

Answer 3

Lol? Do you want someone to "landscape" your face? Wrong section!!!

Answer 4

people always say i look mean! like im going to beat somebody up.. lol . because i dont smile that much either cuz i hate my teeth! i def. think that after u get braces you will be more comfortable & u will look happier. I know i would be sooo much more secure if i had a nice smile.

Answer 5

Just try to think of something that made you laugh recently, it'll make you smile.

Answer 6

You look sad?  You're lucky.  I look grouchy, and I'm one of the happiest people around.  It's just the way my face is arranged.  Don't worry about what strangers think of you.  Your real friends will realize that what your face looks like on the outside has nothing to do with what's going on in your heart and mind.  And if people can't look past the outside, who needs 'em?

Answer 7

Braces may help, but truly being comfortable with smiling is more of a mental thing.  I have a good friend who's just naturally a very happy and outgoing person.  She smiles all the time, even though she has gaps in her teeth too.  Nobody really notices the teeth, though, because in reality it's the smile and the expression, not the details, that matter.

Also, it's not only the mouth that smiles- eyes are a clue towards good spirits too.  I know if I don't get enough sleep and have dark circles under my eyes, people always ask me what's wrong, even if I'm just tired.  Think of something happy, get more comfortable with who you are and what you look like, and you'll look great even if you do have minor spaces in your teeth!

Answer 8

You will see a big change after you get your braces and after you get them taken off. I didn't smile because I didn't like my teeth. People thought I was mean. Now that my teeth or straight all I do is smile and people compliments my nice smile. You will definitely see a difference after you get your braces. Good luck.