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10 things that made us smile this week

Did someone order some mood-boosting serotonin?

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Upworthy's weekly roundup of joy

Spring has sprung, y'all! Officially on paper, at least. It's still flippin' cold and brown where I live, but we can see the daffodils stretching their way out of the ground and it won't be long before everything bursts into bloom.

Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "Earth laughs in flowers." That feels true, doesn't it? These early days of spring are a bit like preparing to watch your favorite comedy, snuggled up on the couch with your people (or your cat), nummy snacks and comfy pants, smiling in anticipation because you know you're about to have some big laughs.

Hopefully, that's also how you feel jumping into these weekly roundups of joy, knowing you're about to get hit with some mood-boosting serotonin and cant-help-but-smile goodness. (That's how I feel each week pulling these lists together–it's like a little weekly smile therapy.)

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Communications consultant reveals the interview tip that gets her the job every time

It really seals the deal.

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Jennifer Reardon shares her question that gets her the job everytime.

Job interviews are one of the most stressful situations people go through. A recent poll of over 2,000 people found that job interviews are the fifth most stressful experience a person can have, right after health and financial problems, family issues and running late.

That’s why it is vital to be prepared to handle any questions you have to field during the interview. You’ll be less nervous and make a better candidate. However, many people never think to have a question prepared for their potential employer at the end of the interview when they ask, “Do you have any questions for us?”

Communications director and consultant Jennifer Reardon, who goes by the name @notjenneeree on TikTok, says that she has the perfect question to ask at that pivotal moment at the end of the interview. And she claims that she got the job every time she’s asked the question.

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An 8-year-old snuck his handwritten book onto a library shelf. Now it has a 56-person waiting list.

Dillon Helbig's 81-page graphic novel— written by "Dillon His Self"—captured the hearts of his local librarians and their patrons.

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Dillon Helbig's 81-page graphic novel captured the hearts of his local librarians.

Writing a book is no easy task, even for adult professional writers. Many would-be authors dream of a day when their work can be found on library shelves, unsure if it will ever come.

But for 8-year-old Dillon Helbig, that day has already arrived—in truly unconventional fashion—thanks to his own determination to make it happen.

Dillon wrote his 81-page graphic novel, "The Adventures of Dillon Helbig's Crismis" (written by "Dillon His Self") in a hardcover journal with colored pencils over the course of a few days. He even put a label on the back of the book that reads "Made in Idho" [sic] and put an illustrated spine label on it as well. Then, without telling anyone, he brought it to his local library in Boise, Idaho, and slipped it in among the books in the children's section.

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10 things that made us smile this week

Upworthy's weekly roundup of joy.

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The world is filled with moments of joy.

Have you ever wondered what happens in your brain when you're smiling?

The act of smiling releases molecules in your brain called neuropeptides, which help you fight off stress. Then come smaller neurotransmitters such as serotonin (which acts as an anti-depressant) and endorphins (which provide mild pain relief). These chemicals may just be tiny molecules floating around in your brain, but they make a big difference in how you feel.

At Upworthy, we're all about small things making a big difference. Whether it's the life-giving sound of a baby's laughter, the delight of a person dancing like no one's watching or the beauty of a random act of compssion, little doses of joy can go a long way toward creating the kind and peaceful world we all want to live in.

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Did someone order some mood-boosting serotonin?

1. There can't possibly be anything sweeter than this kid singing 'Three Little Birds'

2. Dad gives his baby girl a relaxing 'spa day' while Mom and big sis are out at the salon

3. Speaking of relaxation, has a baby alligator ever been this happy?

5. Security guard named 'Pocket' might be the biggest Taylor Swift fan at the concert

5. Bruce Willis being showered with love on his 68th birthday is what it's all about

6. 100-year-old Grace Linn is an inspiration with her speech about banning books

7. Dad who never wants his picture taken makes an exception for the perfect dad joke

8. Good doggo does the 'pick a card' date challenge and it's the cutest thing ever

9. Irish dance meets Megan Thee Stallion and it's an unexpectedly awesome combo

10. Kids from Dream Catchers Academy in Nigeria recreated Rihanna's halftime dance and DANG

It really seals the deal.

Dillon Helbig's 81-page graphic novel— written by "Dillon His Self"—captured the hearts of his local librarians and their patrons.

Upworthy's weekly roundup of joy.

1. The way this baby belly laughs every time the bird chirps. Oh. My. Goodness.

2. Shop owner gifts a $700 prom dress to a girl who drove six hours to her store.

3. This girl is on fire, for real.

4. A Fred Meyer store gave its entire Powerball bonus to the local food bank.

5. Dad shares a genius way to handle a kid drawing on the wall.

6. Dad narrates his son's trip to the mall 'Look Who's Talking'-style and it's delightful.

7. Mom shares a perfect, real-life example of the 'Dad is RIGHT THERE' phenomenon.

8. Boy reassures rescue dog that he'll be cared for and protected, and where's my tissue?

9. Dog sneaks around on tiptoe to get what he wants and it's hilarious to witness.

10. Here's to the friends who immediately go in for the snuggle when they see you.

Creating moments like these is why she opened her store in the first place.

The money will provide approximately 66,000 meals to the community.

Upworthy's weekly roundup of joy

1. Professor's grad students surprised him with a silly response to his 'irrational fear' of hammerhead sharks.

2. A soon-to-be dad asked parents to share their favorite parts of parenting. The responses were beautiful.

3. Ever seen a bunch of parrots get tucked into bed with kisses and a bedtime story?

4. Two lonely geese found a second chance at love through a singles ad.

5. This tattoo is proof of the power of tea at grandma's house.

6. People are loving the way this mom handled her son's bedtime meltdown.

7. A 62-year-old fashionista is inspiring older women on TikTok with her sense of style.

8. Friends threw an epic party for their friend who got her U.S. citizenship.

9. Watching foxes hunt in the snow is as fascinating as it is entertaining.

10. Dance your way through the weekend with the smooth moves of this guy and…himself.