‘Power of the smile became more obvious in lockdown’
NOTHING is more powerful than a smile, according to Peter Le Cheminant and Jenny Le Prevost, trustees of the Smile for Georgie Foundation.
‘We want to bring joy to the world, and reinforce the power of a smile,’ Mrs Le Prevost said.
The power of one small act of kindness cannot be underestimated, according to Jo Boyd, hospice director of Les Bourgs.
The foundation delivers two magazine subscriptions per month for the staff at Les Bourgs to read.
According to Mrs Boyd, this small act of charity has a big impact on her staff.
‘Our job at Les Bourgs is really difficult,’ she said.
‘It truly makes a difference to be able to pick up a magazine and read about good things or trivial things or to look at the colour of the latest lipsticks. It helps us de-stress. And it has a trickle down effect. It’s a small thing, but it’s very powerful.’
During lockdown, Mrs Boyd said she realised the true power of smiles and non-verbal communication.
‘During lockdown, we all had to wear masks, and it was very difficult. Smiles and all those non-verbal ways we communicate were hidden,’ she said.
‘Family members weren’t able to hold patient’s hands or have close contact, and it really is those little things that are so powerful.’
