GET YOUR FREE DOSE OF HAPPINESS

Hormones and neurotransmitters are involved in lots of essential processes like heart rate and digestion and also your moods and feelings. There are a number of happy hormones that promote positive feelings like pleasure, happiness, relaxation, trust and even love. Try to actively practice one or more of these activities daily.

DOPAMINE

THE REWARD CHEMICAL

KNOWN TO ASSIST WITH MOTIVATION, MOVEMENT, LEARNING, CONCENTRATION AND BLISS

TRIGGER BY: Completing a task
Doing self-care activities
Eating protein rich foods
Celebrating little wins
Listening to Music

SEROTONIN

SERATONIN

THE MOOD STABILIZER

KNOWN TO REGULATE SLEEP, MEMORY, FUNCTION AND SEXUAL DESIRE

TRIGGER BY: Meditating
Running/Cycling
Sun Exposure
Swimming
Walking in Nature

OXYTOCIN

THE LOVE HORMONE

KNOWN TO INCREASE TRUST, AND HELP WITH STRESS, ANXIETY AND ADDICTION

TRIGGER BY: Hugging your family
Holding hands
Giving a compliment
Playing with a baby or puppy
Spending time with friends

ENDORPHIN

THE PAIN KILLER

RELEASED BY THE BODY TO ALLEVIATE PAIN, STRESS AND AS A NATURAL HIGH FOR WELLBEING WITHOUT ADDICTION

TRIGGER BY: Laughing
Using essential oils
Eating dark chocolate
Exercising
Watching a comedy

TAKE THE CHALLENGE

To earn your badge, please write one practical idea that you, or others, can do each day to stimulate these happiness hormones (totally anonymous).

In addition, please download this reminder – to stick somewhere where you and others can see it. Happiness breeds more happiness. Have a beautiful day!