5 Ways to Increase Your Joy from Loretta Breuning, PhD5 Ways to Increase Your Joy from Loretta Breuning, PhD
The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast
This week on the podcast, I'm continuing with my Summer Content Series with some great content from Loretta Breuning, PhD of the Inner Mammal Institute. Loretta is an author, podcaster and professor who helps people understand their inner mammal...
28:14•3 Aug 2022
Boost Your Joy: Unleashing Your Inner Mammal Brain with Loretta Breuning, PhD
“Dopamine is the chemical most immediately associated with the feeling of joy. Now this is not the definition of joy that you're hearing in the modern communications, because we sort of confuse psychology with religion, and people want to think that they have a higher spirituality and that that's the source of their happiness.”
Ever thought about what really makes you happy? This episode of 'The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast' is a treasure trove of insights. Host Molly Watts chats with Loretta Breuning, PhD, the brain behind the Inner Mammal Institute, to explore the science of joy. Loretta breaks down how our brain chemicals—dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphin—are inherited from our mammal ancestors and how they play a crucial role in our happiness.
She explains that while these chemicals are ancient, we can learn to control them to boost our joy levels. Loretta shares practical tips on setting goals to trigger dopamine, the importance of group support for releasing oxytocin, and focusing on positive experiences to manage cortisol levels. She also dives into how retraining our brains can help us achieve a more joyful life and a peaceful relationship with alcohol.
Whether you're looking to break old habits or just want to understand your brain better, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Tune in and discover how you can take charge of your happiness!
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