Albert Einstein described happiness as a state of mind brought by a calm and modest life, not by the pursuit of success combined with constant restlessness. Emily Esfahani Smith, a positive psychology instructor from the University of Pennsylvania, explained that in spite of our obsession to achieve happiness, its true meaning is deeper than understood.
"Many psychologists define happiness as a state of comfort and ease, feeling good in the moment. Meaning, though, is deeper," said Smith.
Smith pointed out that a deeper sense of happiness comes from belongingness and serving something larger than yourself, and from developing the best inside you. The feeling of long-lasting happiness may be delivered by self-appreciation, helping others, having
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Dopamine is responsible for motivating us to reach our goals and claim the rewards. The hormone can give you blissful and pleasurable experience when you achieve a task.
2. Oxytocin is a linked to social bonding and romantic attachment. Whenever we share a moment with someone close to use, oxytocin is produced that promotes emotional attachment, and it improves trust and loyalty.
3. Endorphin is a natural pain-killer from our body, produced by the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus. Exercising, working out, and performing strenuous activities allow the production of endorphins,
4. Gamma-aminobutyric acid is found in the central nervous system that gives the sense of calmness. Calming techniques like medication and yoga promote the production of GABA that reduces anxiety and stress while improving focus.
5. Serotonin plays a lot of major roles in the body and it is commonly represented by confidence. Regular achievement of goals every day no matter how big or small increases the production of serotonin. Challenge yourself to pursue objectives and finish tasks to give deeper meaning on your life’s purpose to get more serotonin. The hormone improves sleeping pattern, self-esteem, and confidence while lowering depression, anxiety, and food