Why Do I Need Disasters?
Something can be staring you in the face…. like that “new” stop sign on the corner that has been there for 6 months. Now that you had the experience of missing it, having your car insurance premium increase, and have to pay for the bumper to be repaired, you suddenly seem to be surrounded by […]
How to Get Your Daily DOSE Part 4
Who doesn’t want to be happier? Finding ways to activate your “happy hormones” can improve your mood and overall health. Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins (DOSE) are both hormones and neurotransmitters that contribute to feelings of happiness, well-being and motivation. Endorphins: The Brain’s Natural Pain Reliever Endorphins, the body’s natural painkiller, also releases stress and […]
How to Get Your Daily DOSE Part 3
Who doesn’t want to be happier? Finding ways to activate your “happy hormones” can improve your mood and overall health. Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins (DOSE) are both hormones and neurotransmitters that contribute to feelings of happiness, well-being and motivation. Serotonin: The Natural Mood Booster When you are feeling like all is right in the […]
How to Get Your Daily DOSE Part 2
Who doesn’t want to be happier? Finding ways to activate your “happy hormones” can improve your mood and overall health. Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins (DOSE) are both hormones and neurotransmitters that contribute to feelings of happiness, well-being and motivation. Oxytocin: The Love Hormone The main function of oxytocin is to facilitate childbirth (hence, the […]
How to Get Your Daily DOSE Part 1
Who doesn’t want to be happier? Finding ways to activate your “happy hormones” can improve your mood and overall health. Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins (DOSE) are both hormones and neurotransmitters that contribute to feelings of happiness, well-being and motivation. Dopamine: The Pathway to Pleasure “Dopamine is most notably involved in helping us feel pleasure […]
Help Your College Student Manage Back-to-School Anxiety
As the new academic year approaches, many college students find themselves grappling with back-to-school anxiety. This is a common experience, and it’s important to recognize that you’re not alone. Whether you’re a freshman stepping onto campus for the first time or a senior facing the pressures of your final year, managing anxiety is crucial for […]
