“Smiling Buddha Yoga” by Ivan Kos

"A powerful illustration of the power of a smile is the image of the Buddha being assaulted by the hordes of Mara, the personifications of spiritual doubt and defeat. In this allegory, which has been depicted many times, Mara’s armies, which consist of hideous demons that symbolize craving, discontent, laziness, and fear, surround Buddha. At the center of this demonic assault, the Enlightened One sits, smiling peacefully, radiant aura extending around him.

The Buddha’s aura is the radiance of his smile, his protective shield. Every time we smile, in meditation or not, we create the conditions for joy and peace to arise. Every time we smile, we connect ourselves to higher centers of our being.

Studies show that if people adjust their facial expression to reflect an emotion, they actually begin to feel that emotion.
Once genuine smile and laughter penetrate our dream world, and we are able to face it lightheartedly, we are well on the way to higher consciousness."

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