187 — The Ultimate Guide to Hacking Your Brain Chemicals with Neuroscientist TJ Power

Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin

Neurochemicals not only contribute to the idea of "happy hormones" but also play specific roles related to motivation, connection, mood, and stress relief. Once you know how to regulate those hormones — and how to give yourself the right dose — you can grow mentally stronger.

My guest is TJ Power, a neuroscientist and the author of The Dose Effect. Some of the things we discuss are:

• The four key brain chemicals and their effect on mental health and well-being
• How avoiding your phone first thing in the morning can balance your dopamine levels and improve motivation throughout the day
• How fostering personal connections increases oxytocin and enhances feelings of love and self-confidence
• The importance of spending time outdoors to boost serotonin
• How high-intensity physical activities release endorphins and alleviate stress

Links & Resources

Follow TJ on Instagram — @TJPower

The Dose Effect

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