(This post was published on my old blog on March 15, 2021.)
(這篇貼文在 2021 年 03 月 15 日發表於我的舊部落格。)
When we are suffering from sickness and tribulations, our human nature often leads us to show a sad face, lament, grumble, and murmur inside. However, the Bible tells us that a cheerful heart is good medicine. Sometimes, difficult situations make it hard for us to feel joyful. In those moments, we must practice smiling and do our best to praise and speak positive words.
The health benefits of smiling have been scientifically studied. According to clinical psychologist Dr. Judy Ho, smiling lowers cortisol, which is the body’s stress hormone. When there is too much cortisol for an extended period, it can cause both mental and physical health problems. Smiling also releases endorphins, which are known as nature’s painkillers. These endorphins can help boost your mood and alleviate both physical and emotional pain. Moreover, smiling boosts your immune system and lowers your blood pressure. It can also help you remain hopeful during stressful times. I know it’s difficult to maintain an upbeat attitude when you’re suffering, but trying to practice smiling could be one of the keys to feeling better.
當我們遭到病痛、困苦的時候，依人之常情，我們常會滿臉愁容，心中哀嘆，口吐怨言，但是聖經告訴我們，喜樂的心乃是良藥。有時候困境讓我們實在喜樂不起來，這時就得強迫自己練習微笑，用盡心力只說讚美及正面的話語。
微笑對健康的益處是有科學研究的，根據臨床心理學家 Dr. Judy Ho，微笑可以降低皮質醇，而皮質醇是人體的壓力荷爾蒙，如果太長的時間有過多的皮質醇，會導致精神和身體健康問題。微笑時會釋放胺多芬，它是自然的止痛藥，它可以幫助你改善情緒，減輕身體和情緒上的痛苦。 微笑可以增強你的免疫系統並降低血壓。 微笑還可以幫助你在壓力大的時候滿懷希望。我知道在遭受苦難時很難保持樂觀的態度。 嘗試練習微笑將是幫助您變好的關鍵之一。
Proverbs 17:22
A cheerful heart is good medicine,
but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
Proverbs 15:13
A happy heart makes the face cheerful,
but heartache crushes the spirit.
箴言 17:22
喜樂的心乃是良藥；
憂傷的靈使骨枯乾。
箴言 15:13
心中喜樂，面帶笑容；
心裡憂愁，靈被損傷。
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