Hackers Unite! Crack Codes for 21 Depression Getaways

Hackers Unite! Crack Codes for 

21 Depression Getaways




It sure looks like Cliff and I are having a good day in this photo, and we were. We were having a fun time in Myrtle Beach (before Covid) at a flea market and we were with family we love. Cliff had just purchased this funny hat with fake hair on it. (Normally he is quite bald).

We were 'laughing' at his hat, 'holding hands' while we walked around, enjoying the 'sunshine' and basking in our 'healthy relationships' with our family.

When you get to the end of this post you will see how these pleasant activities factor into our hacking project.

Together we are going to learn how to get more of the important chemicals we need in a natural way. 

First let's look at these amazing hormones and how they matter. 

ENDORPHINS 

"The word endorphin comes from putting together the words “endogenous,” meaning from within the body, and “morphine,” which is an opiate pain reliever. In other words, endorphins got their name because they are natural pain relievers."


DOPAMINE

"Dopamine plays a role in how we feel pleasure. It's a big part of our unique human ability to think and plan. It helps us strive, focus, and find things interesting."


SEROTONIN

Serotonin is a chemical nerve cells produce. It sends signals between your nerve cells. Serotonin is found mostly in the digestive system, although it’s also in blood platelets and throughout the central nervous system.

Serotonin is made from the essential amino acid tryptophan. This amino acid must enter your body through your diet and is commonly found in foods such as nuts, cheese, and red meat. Tryptophan deficiency can lead to lower serotonin levels. This can result in mood disorders, such as anxiety or depression.

OXYCOTIN

Studies of oxytocin also have found that it is an important chemical messenger that controls some human behaviors and social interaction. It is oxytocin that triggers the bond between a mother and an infant, and it may also play a role in recognition, sexual arousal, trust, and anxiety. Some research shows that the hormone may affect addiction and stress as well.

All of these hormones play an important part in contributing to our sense of well-being. Different antidepressants help to add these into our systems and/or balance them out. You may want to look up those links and get informed about these necessary hormones.

But wait! 

There are natural ways to increase these key ingredients into our sense of well-being. Here is a simple chart. Make a copy and put it on your fridge for easy reference.


Medication and therapy are only part of the keys to depression recovery. These natural remedies can be just as powerful.

WHAT ABOUT ME? The ones I use the most are finishing a task, self-care activities, gratitude, hugging family, playing with a dog, helping others, holding hands, deep breathing, sun exposure, laughter. 

WHAT ABOUT YOU? How are you feeling today? Which of these happiness chemicals would be worth hacking for? What are you waiting for? Try one. What have you got to lose?





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