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Brain Best Answers
3. Oxytocin is also known as the ‘trust drug’. It is
released when we feel connected and supported by others.
Serotonin is also known as the happy hormone. It is
released when we feel we matter, when we feel we count.
It inhibits anxiety and helps to calm the system.
Endorphins are the body’s natural pain blocker. They are
released when we exercise hard or laugh uncontrollably.
They give us that feeling of being on Cloud 9!
These natural Feel Good Chemicals are released regardless
of whether it is through helpful or unhelpful means.
E.g. We can get dopamine in helpful ways such as going for
the next karate badge or unhelpful ways, such as gambling.
