Duel
Smile duel: who can keep smiling?
Agree on what counts before starting
Suggested setup: two players and a timekeeper, up to 20 seconds per attempt.
Both players start smiling on the same signal. The first to stop smiling loses. Laughter that still looks like a smile is allowed: the task is not to keep a straight face. If both reach the limit, call it a draw when playing independently.
Do not poke, startle or comment on the other person’s face to force a result. If eye contact feels awkward, both players can look at the same point. Change pairs after one attempt.
Playing this challenge
When does it fit?
Use this for a fast, engaging moment.
Group dynamics
The chosen person often agrees, which is half the fun.
Variations
Vote for the person opposite the one you thought of.
Other ways to answer
Point to yourself if you feel called out.
Skip this if…
If it simply does not feel right right now.