4 HORMONES THAT MAKE YOU HAPPY & WELL

Under stress or feeling down? Activate your brain’s happy chemicals. There are 4 feel-good hormones that affect your mind, mood and body. Here’s what you can do to help produce more of these natural mood boosters.

DOPAMINE aka the “feel good” hormone plays a role in feeling happiness, pleasure and reward. To have it: be kind to yourself and others; get plenty of sleep; exercise; listen to music.

SEROTONIN helps balance mood and promote feelings of well-being and reward. How to activate it: be kind to others and yourself; spend time outdoors; exercise; eat a well-balanced diet.

OXYTOCIN is a chemical that helps us feel loved and connected to others. It is released in the brain when you: show love and affection; spend time with loved ones and friends; share a laugh; listen to music.

ENDORPHINS are your body’s natural painkillers, they help you overcome stress or discomfort. To activate it: spend time outdoors; exercise; meditate; laugh more.

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