Happiness Chemical Hacks | Level Up Awareness

HAPPINESS CHEMICAL HACK #1 DOPAMINE (Reward Chemical)

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter made in the brain. It acts as a chemical messenger between neurons. Dopamine is released when your brain is expecting a reward. When you associate a certain activity with pleasure, mere anticipation may be enough to raise dopamine levels.

HACKING DOPAMINE:

*Completing a task.

*Doing self-love/self-care activities.

*Eating organic & good food.

*Celebrating little wins.

HAPPINESS CHEMICAL HACK #2 OXYTOCIN (Love Hormone)

Oxytocin is a hormone that acts as a neurotransmitter. It promotes feelings of love, bonding and well-being. It's even said to go as far as being an anxiety stabiliser.

HACKING OXYTOCIN:

*Playing with a baby/kids.

*Playing with a dog.

*Holding hands & showing affection.

*Giving compliments & spreading love.

HAPPINESS CHEMICAL HACK #3 SEROTONIN (Mood Stabilizer)

Serotonin is another key hormone in stabilising our mood, feelings, well-being & happiness.

Serotonin helps with sleeping, eating & digestion.

HACKING SEROTONIN:

*Meditating.

*Running.

*Sun exposure.

*Walk in nature.

*Swimming.

*Cycling.

HAPPINESS CHEMICAL HACK #4 ENDORPHIN (Pain Killer)

Endorphins reduce pain & boost pleasure resulting in a feeling of well-being & even euphoria.

Endorphins are structured similarly to the drug morphine & are considered natural painkillers.

HACKING ENDORPHIN:

*Exercising.

*Laughing & watching comedy.

*Essential oils.

*Eating dark chocolate.

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