^^ Good breakdown on smiling above by kosko.
I do have a great smile, though it's definitely something I've practiced. In the past I've looked over group pictures where I've smiled and criticized myself for improvement. Not enough in the eyes, open vs closed lips, sometimes a bit in between, etc. As previously mentioned, learning how to smile in the eyes is huge.
Also, studying others' smiles will help as well. Learn to tell the difference between genuine and the fake ones. Go on facebook and look at your friends' group pictures. At least 50% of the time there are fake smiles on display. Something you wouldn't be able to tell unless you've become quite perceptive.
Wide, open lipped smiles with no emotional expression from the eyes is just so cringe worthy.
I do have a great smile, though it's definitely something I've practiced. In the past I've looked over group pictures where I've smiled and criticized myself for improvement. Not enough in the eyes, open vs closed lips, sometimes a bit in between, etc. As previously mentioned, learning how to smile in the eyes is huge.
Also, studying others' smiles will help as well. Learn to tell the difference between genuine and the fake ones. Go on facebook and look at your friends' group pictures. At least 50% of the time there are fake smiles on display. Something you wouldn't be able to tell unless you've become quite perceptive.
Wide, open lipped smiles with no emotional expression from the eyes is just so cringe worthy.