Leverage the Hidden Power of Your Brain Chemistry 🧪🧠
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“It’s time to get intentional”
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From the song, “It’s Time To Get Intentional” by Suzan Alakas
In this post we take a closer look at 6 of your brain’s chemical messengers and how you can tune in to their signals to support your well-being, relationships and goals.
• Originally written: 25 May 2025
• Last updated: 25 May 2025
• Written by: Suzan Alakas
Suzan is Growtharmony’s Founder and Editor-In-Chief. She is passionate about spreading positive, solution-oriented media via songs and other formats - all in an effort to make the world a better place! When Suzan’s not writing, finding leverage points or learning something new, you can find her in the garden, playing in the snow with her family, or in the kitchen cooking up a nourishing meal!
You make a great plan for your day -
But somehow end up cleaning your fridge instead of writing that sales page… 🙃🙂
Or snapping at your partner when all you really needed was a moment to yourself…
Or suddenly feeling amazing after a 10-minute walk - and wondering why you didn’t do that earlier… 🧐
You’re not “inconsistent” or lacking discipline.
You’re human 💛 and your neurochemistry has a lot to do with it!
With a little awareness, you can recognize and leverage your brain’s natural chemicals to feel more balanced, more focused and more like your best Growtharmonic self! ✨
Meet Your Brain’s Chemical Messengers 🧠
These naturally occurring chemicals influence everything from your mood to your motivation to your ability to follow through:
Dopamine: Your motivation + reward messenger
Serotonin: Your stability + satisfaction signal
Oxytocin: Your connection + trust hormone
Adrenaline: Your energy + alertness booster
Norepinephrine: Your focus + clarity enhancer
Endorphins: Your natural feel-good, pain-reducing response
Each one plays a role in your daily rhythm. And when they’re out of sync, things can feel… well, off.
So how can you become more chemically self-aware?
Start by tuning in to the signals! 😎
What Are Your Signals Telling You? 🗣️
Try asking yourself:
• Do I feel scattered, over-stimulated, or wired?
• Am I craving connection - or avoiding people?
• Do I feel “eh” or like nothing is exciting me?
• Am I constantly busy - or barely moving at all?
The goal isn’t to “fix” yourself - it’s to recognize what’s going on so you can respond with compassion. 💛
Simple Ways to Support (and Shift) Your Neurochemistry 😎
Here are a few ways to start working with your brain chemistry with intention! 💪
For Motivation & Momentum - activate DOPAMINE:
Break down big tasks into small wins
Celebrate progress and growth, not just milestones and achievements
Listen to upbeat songs that trigger joy 🎶
For Calmness & Contentment - activate SERTONIN:
Spend time in nature
Create gentle daily routines
Practice gratitude (even 2 things before bed!)
For Connection & Trust - activate OXYTOCIN:
Hugs, eye contact or a thoughtful message to someone you love
Cuddle with a child, pet, or blanket
Sing with others! 🎶
For Energy & Focus - activate ADRENALINE:
Cold showers or brisk movement to activate the body
A 2-minute grounding breath before a focused task
Set an intention before starting something important
For Relief & Lightness - activate ENDORPHINS:
Laugh! Watch a funny video or chat with a playful friend
Stretch, dance or do 10 jumping jacks
Listen to nostalgic or feel-good songs from your childhood
Neurochemistry + Intention = Empowered Living
You don’t need to be a scientist to work with your brain! You just need a little more awareness and some intention.
The more you pay attention to what you’re feeling and how you respond, the more you’ll start to intuitively shift toward habits that help you feel focused, uplifted, and in flow.
You might still have off days (we all do!), but your toolkit will be fuller - and you’ll start to feel more like your ideal self! 😊
Have a lovely day! ✨
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