Welcome to the midlife chemistry class! In this episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving we explore the four essential chemicals in our bodies that impact our mental and emotional health: dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, and oxytocin. Dr. Natalie is here to help us understand the science behind these chemicals and how they relate to our self-care.
Think of this as your personal manual to your body and mind. By understanding which chemicals you may be depleted in, you can focus your self-care efforts in the right areas. But don't worry, Dr. Natalie makes learning fun!
Listen as she delves into the mysteries of the midlife body and mind. From exploring the benefits of a good laugh to discussing the power of touch, this is a fun and informative podcast episode that will help you live your best midlife. So grab your lab coat and join us. Haha!
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Takeaways
• Self-care is a personal experience, and everyone's version of self-care may look different on the outside, but it is the same on the inside.
• There are four chemicals responsible for our feel-good emotions: endorphins, dopamine, oxytocin, and serotonin.
• Understanding the depletion of these chemicals can help us identify the areas where we need to focus our self-care practices.
• Strategies to increase these chemicals include meditation, physical touch, balanced diet, exercise, laughter, and releasing bottled-up emotions.
• By tailoring our self-care practices to address the specific depletion of these chemicals, we can optimize our self-care and improve our overall well-being.
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