Four Small Things
Four important hormones help you every day to achieve the things that make you happy. Endorphins, serotonin, oxytocin and dopamine are released from the pituitary gland, which is located at the base of the brain. The pituitary gland is part of the endocrine system which is responsible for growth, reproduction, sleep, mood, etc. The pituitary gland is about the size of a pea and is known as the “master gland” since it controls many important functions in the body.
Endorphins, also known as “feel-good” hormones, are associated with reliving, blocking or inducing pleasure. The hormone can be stimulated by working out, going through emotional stress, pain or experiencing an orgasm. The use of heroine, morphine, nicotine or alcohol …show more content…
The hormone can be found in the gastrointestinal tract and the central nervous system. Found in the gastrointestinal tract, serotonin can help decrease the consumption of a meal while you are eating it and satisfying the hunger you had previously. In the central nervous system, the hormone can help an individual increase their confidence by partaking in activities that challenge them. Serotonin can be stimulated in many ways, taking a walk in the park or thinking about a time you were having fun can change your …show more content…
Dopamine is released when you have finally reached a goal and this hormone is very important when wanting to complete a big task. Without dopamine, you would not be motivated to keeping working hard for something you greatly desire. Dopamine can easily be achieved by having goals every day and awarding yourself for finishing an activity. You can start off by setting a small goal of going to the gym at least twice a week, then working yourself up to going every day of the week. After completing the task of going twice a week you feel great because you completed a task you said you would do. The upcoming week you set yourself another goal of going three times with doing cardio at least one hour, its achieved and you just keep wanting more; thanks to
Four important hormones help you every day to achieve the things that make you happy. Endorphins, serotonin, oxytocin and dopamine are released from the pituitary gland, which is located at the base of the brain. The pituitary gland is part of the endocrine system which is responsible for growth, reproduction, sleep, mood, etc. The pituitary gland is about the size of a pea and is known as the “master gland” since it controls many important functions in the body.
Endorphins, also known as “feel-good” hormones, are associated with reliving, blocking or inducing pleasure. The hormone can be stimulated by working out, going through emotional stress, pain or experiencing an orgasm. The use of heroine, morphine, nicotine or alcohol …show more content…
The hormone can be found in the gastrointestinal tract and the central nervous system. Found in the gastrointestinal tract, serotonin can help decrease the consumption of a meal while you are eating it and satisfying the hunger you had previously. In the central nervous system, the hormone can help an individual increase their confidence by partaking in activities that challenge them. Serotonin can be stimulated in many ways, taking a walk in the park or thinking about a time you were having fun can change your …show more content…
Dopamine is released when you have finally reached a goal and this hormone is very important when wanting to complete a big task. Without dopamine, you would not be motivated to keeping working hard for something you greatly desire. Dopamine can easily be achieved by having goals every day and awarding yourself for finishing an activity. You can start off by setting a small goal of going to the gym at least twice a week, then working yourself up to going every day of the week. After completing the task of going twice a week you feel great because you completed a task you said you would do. The upcoming week you set yourself another goal of going three times with doing cardio at least one hour, its achieved and you just keep wanting more; thanks to