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Welcome to another fascinating episode of the Heliox Podcast! Today, we're diving into the captivating world of smiles and what they reveal about our personalities.

Get ready to explore a groundbreaking study that uncovers the hidden language of our grins. Did you know that the subtle nuances in how we smile might be giving away more about us than we realize? From aggression to trustworthiness, our facial expressions could be spilling secrets about who we really are.

We'll journey through two intriguing studies that show how specific muscle movements in our smiles can shape others' perceptions of us - and how those perceptions might be more spot-on than you'd think. Plus, we'll unravel the mystery of the "Duchenne smile" and its power to unlock accurate personality readings.

So sit back, relax, and prepare to see smiles in a whole new light. This episode promises to change the way you think about those friendly expressions you exchange every day. Let's explore the complex and surprising connections between our smiles and our inner selves!

Smile variation leaks personality and
 increases the accuracy of interpersonal judgments
https://academic.oup.com/pnasnexus/article/3/9/pgae343/7738421 

Want the job? Post a 'Duchenne' smile
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https://lnns.co/a-e1ScZiU4V

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