Is it normal that i always smile?

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Whether I'm happy, or not - you'll look at me and I will most likely have a smile on my face.

It's a problem. I may not be one to laugh in serious situations (although people also tell me I laugh a lot), but I uncontrollably smile.

For example, a guy in one of my classes (that I barely know) had been absent for over a whole month. He came back yesterday and told me that he was in the hospital because he attempted suicide. I felt incredibly saddened and started talking to him about all this emotional stuff and was truly being sincere, but the whole time I was smiling.

I honestly can't help it. I don't find anything funny about that but my face just doesn't listen to me.

Ever since I was really young everyone always told me I smiled a lot. I'm not exactly a happy-go-lucky gal either. I've gone through depression and all that jazz but ever since, I can't seem to stop smiling.

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  • pastor_of_muppets
    9 years ago

    Maybe you are the Joker's illegitimate child :P

    Okay, sorry, i'm just kidding.

    What was his reaction though? Did you make him feel more comfortable? I know I would feel comfortable if someone smiled to me whilst talking.. except if you have bad teeth. Do you have pretty teeth?
    I think you might just be naturally caring and soft and that is why you smile

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      9 years ago

      Haha, it's fine.

      He kind of asked me if I thought it was funny and obviously I said no. But after that I convinced him that I was there for him and everything so I hope I made him more comfortable.

      Lol. I must say my teeth are pretty nice though. :P

      Aw, thank you so much. I'd opt for being caring rather than the Jokers offspring any day. :P

      But again, thank you. :)

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  • WhiteStallion
    9 years ago

    I know a girl who does the same thing. It happened ever since she lost both of her parents in an accident. I think she does it to cope withthe trauma but she tells me she can't stop. Maybe you do a similar thing... Talking about problems, according to my ex-shrink makes them easier, so here's a tip for ya.

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      9 years ago

      Thank you. I'll try that. :)

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  • Sprinklejinx
    9 years ago

    Buddy the Elf: Smiling's my favorite :)
    Worker: Make work your new favorite.-_-

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  • [Old Memory]
    9 years ago

    Maybe its just how your facial muscles are developed. There can be neurological reasons for involuntary expressions as well.

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      9 years ago

      Possibly. I've never thought of that before so thanks for the advice. :)

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