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Smile to a stranger

Stoic Philosophy

Smile to a stranger

A small smile, a great impact

Stoic Philosophy

Use Stoic and Hellenic teachings to stay strong, wise, and calm, learning to control what you can, accept what you can’t, and always act with honor.

1 min practice1 min practice
Can be done any time of dayCan be done any time of day
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In Hellenic tradition of ancient Greece, kindness to others - "philoxenia" - was considered a commandment of the gods, specifically Zeus, who looked after foreigners and strangers.

So try showing kindness to someone - even a stranger - by smiling at them. A simple smile can make a world of difference to someone who's having a tough day, and might even earn you a new friend!