stay smiling

stay smiling

To maintain an upbeat and positive attitude or demeanor, especially despite or in the face of difficulties or adversities. I don't know how she stays smiling after everything that happened to her during the year. I know things seem bad, but try to stay smiling. A little bit of positivity goes a long way.
See also: smile, stay
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • keep smiling
  • keep a cool head
  • keep a level head
  • come up smiling
  • sulk
  • drag king
  • bedside manner
  • get serious
  • Get serious!
  • in good heart