The body has four happiness hormones: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins. Each plays a unique role in making us feel good.
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Oxytocin
Oxytocin is a hormone that promotes bonding and feelings of love. Its production can be naturally increased by simple actions such as hugging, petting animals, and giving compliments.
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Dopamine
Dopamine production can be stimulated naturally by eating sweets, completing tasks, getting a massage, or listening to music to activate the brain's reward system.
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Serotonin
Serotonin can stabilize mood, improve sleep, reduce anxiety,and increase happiness. It canbe increased naturally by spending time in the sun, exercising, meditating, and going for a walk.
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Endorphins
Endorphins, the brain's natural painkillers, can be increased through exercise, laughter, dark chocolate, aromatherapy oils, and by having sex.