Happiness chemicals & how to hack them
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Oxytocin
Oxytocin is often known as ‘the bonding hormone’. It’s released when we feel safe, connected, and close to people we trust.
Oxytocin hacks to stimulate naturally-
- Stroking a pet, interacting with animals lovingly
- Being in close company of friends and family and being affectionate
- Giving compliments
- Holding hands
- Giving or receiving massage (scalp massage)
- Preparing and sharing food with loved ones
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Serotonin
Serotonin is most commonly associated with mood regulation, balanced sleeping patterns, improving happiness and decreasing anxiety.
Serotonin hacks to stimulate naturally-
- Getting some sun enjoying the warmth of sun on your eyelids can greatly enhance mood and also help to boost your levels of Vitamin D.
- Aerobic exercise such a running, swimming or cycling helps to release Tryptophan in to the bloodstream which is then converted in to Serotonin
- Getting out for a walk in nature. Try escaping the city for a leafy country or woodland walk
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Dopamine
Dopamine is the reward hormone that is organically released from things like praise, positive outcomes, winning and food.
Dopamine hacks to stimulate naturally -
- Eating your favourite foods as a treat (in moderation )
- Having gratitude for the little wins in life
- Practicing self care
- Listening to feel-good music
- Finishing a task or project you started
- Break bigger tasks into smaller parts and deliberately reward yourself internally each time you complete the smaller task
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Endorphin
Endorphin is heavily involved in the fight or flight response and is actually a natural pain. It helps manage pain, reduce stress and increase pleasure.
Endorphin hacks to stimulate naturally -
- Exercise
- Laughing with friends, watching/listening to comedy
- Being creative through art or design, gardening or anything that gets your juices flowing
- Aromatherapy oils like rosemary, lavender, citrus etc
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