Why The Science Of Feel-Good Productivity Will Transform Your Life In 2024
Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal
The Source of Mysterious Energy and Its Impact on Productivity
The mysterious energy that drives focus, inspiration, and motivation is derived from positive emotions, which are linked to four hormones: endorphins, serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin. Endorphins are released during physical activity, stress, or pain, and are associated with feelings of happiness, decreased discomfort, and increased energy and motivation. Serotonin regulates mood, sleep, appetite, overall well-being, and provides the energy to efficiently tackle tasks. Dopamine, the reward hormone, is linked with motivation, pleasure, and focus. Oxytocin, the love hormone, enhances social bonding, trust, relationship building, mood, and productivity. These feel-good hormones initiate a virtuous cycle, where feeling good generates energy, leading to increased productivity, which in turn fosters feelings of achievement. Additionally, feeling good reduces stress.
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