Ep. 61 You Have Power Over Your Happy Brain Chemicals | In the Groove
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The episode explores the influence of brain chemicals on happiness and offers strategies for emotional resilience.
What if you had more influence over your happiness than you realize? In this thought-provoking episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, hosts Todd Cudaback and Jackie Bailey welcome Loretta Graziano Breuning, PhD, Founder of the Inner Mammal Institute, Professor Emerita of Management at California State University, East Bay, and bestselling author of Habits of a Happy Brain. Together, they explore the fascinating connection between human emotions, brain chemistry, and the mammalian instincts that shape our everyday experiences. Loretta explains the natural role of dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, endorphin, and cortisol, revealing how these powerful brain chemicals influence motivation, relationships, stress, happiness, and decision-making. She also shares practical strategies for building new neural pathways that support healthier habits, greater emotional resilience, and lasting personal growth. ✨ In This Episode, You'll Discover: • How dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphin influence emotions and behavior • Why happiness is not designed to be constant—and what that means for daily life • How the mammalian brain shapes habits, motivation, and decision-making •…
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