Be the Calm, Not the Chase. We live in a world where love is available on tap — or so it seems.Swipe right, match, text, ghost, repeat.Your brain gets hooked not on the person… but on the process. Each ping, each new message, each “maybe” triggers a rush of dopamine — the brain’s reward chemical.It’s the same one that… Read More 💫 Dopamine on Demand Isn’t Love
There are moments in life when everything seems to fall apart — the relationship ends, the job disappears, the familiar world collapses. It feels like death, not in the physical sense, but in the deep emotional sense of losing everything that once gave you identity, meaning, and belonging. Yet, neuroscience shows that what feels like… Read More What Felt Like an Ending Was Really the Making of You: The Neuroscience of Renewal
Attraction often begins with chemistry. That first spark—the rush of desire, the way your body feels alive in someone else’s presence—is not just poetry, it’s biology. Neurochemicals like dopamine (the brain’s “reward signal”) and norepinephrine (which increases excitement and attention) flood our system when we’re physically drawn to someone. This is why, in the beginning, everything feels electric. But… Read More When It’s More Than Just Sex: The Neuroscience of Deep Connection
Oh, this is such a tender and very human experience 🌿 — falling in love when the circumstances are complicated, and finding that the person lingers in your mind no matter how much you try to set them aside. Neuroscience can help explain why this happens and why it feels so consuming. 1. The Brain on Love… Read More The Brain on Love is Like the Brain on Addiction
When you begin a new relationship and simply let it flow, without forcing declarations, timelines, or “The Big Talk,” you’re actually working with your brain’s natural bonding systems instead of against them. Here’s what to expect — through both a neuroscience and psychological lens: 1. The Early Brain Chemistry Cocktail When you meet someone new, your brain releases a potent mix of… Read More Flow
The powerful alchemy of love, trust, attachment, and sensual desire working in harmony—and it’s deeply rooted in neuroscience. When your body relaxes around someone, when you crave closeness—not just sexually, but emotionally and physically—it’s not just romance or chemistry. Your brain is lighting up in a very specific, deeply meaningful way. 🧠 1. Oxytocin: The Bonding Hormone When you’re holding… Read More The powerful alchemy of love, trust, attachment, and sensual desire
In a world that moves at breakneck speed and is often heavy with responsibility, stress, and unexpected challenges, it’s easy to forget one of life’s simplest, most healing truths: joy is essential. Whether it’s swimming in the sea, walking barefoot on the beach, sharing laughter with friends over a barbecue, or simply savoring your favorite meal… Read More “Joy Is Medicine: The Neuroscience and Psychology of Doing What You Love Every Day”
Lashing Out at Loved Ones: The increased irritability and paranoia can make stimulant users see their friends, family, or even pets as threats. They might react aggressively to minor disagreements or perceived slights.
Risk of Self-Harm: The intense anxiety and paranoia associated with stimulant abuse can push individuals to harm themselves out of fear, confusion, or desperation.
Dangerous Decision-Making: The flood of dopamine and norepinephrine can impair judgment, making users more likely to engage in risky behaviors like driving under the influence, getting into physical confrontations, or using dangerous methods to obtain more drugs.… Read More The Dangers of Stimulant Drugs: How They Affect the Brain and Behavior
antidote to the prevailing fatigue. These hues serve as a visual dopamine boost, invigorating our senses and offering a refreshing perspective on design… Read More Dopamine Inspired Colours
