Read the text and answer the question. the magic of positive thinking a pleasant smile is a strong indication of a friendly and open attitude and a willingness to communicate. it is a positive, nonverbal signal sent with the hope that the other person will smile back. when you smile, you demonstrate that you have noticed the person in a positive manner. the other person considers it a compliment and will usually feel good. the result? the other person will usually smileback. smiling does not mean that you have to put on a phony face or pretend that you are happy all of the time. but when you see someone you know, or would like to make contact with, do smile. by smiling, you are demonstrating an open attitude to conversation. what is considered to be a non-verbal signal?