Human Brains Thrive In Active Bodies

Happiness is not something you can think your way into. Don’t treat happiness as a mental process; treat it as a physical process. Physical activity stimulates the release of endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine. When boosted, these essential chemicals in your body make you happier.

Physical interactions, especially touch, like hugs and intimacy, can boost oxytocin levels, a chemical that lowers stress and anxiety. Physical contact isn't just limited to humans; even playing with our furry friends can have the same positive effect.

The takeaway? Movement and happiness have deep links in our biology. If you treat happiness as a physical process, then there is something you can do about it. By making small, conscious choices each day — from how we move to whom we interact with — we can guide our biology toward a happier state of being.

It might sound simplistic, but movement makes you happy.