Often our spirits can take a dip because of exhaustion, stress, and unfortunate events. A little pick-me-up can temporarily raise our spirits to a normal level: caffeine in the morning, a glass of wine at night, and a little sugar from the kitchen or in the bedroom. We can exercise, talk to a friend, play with a pet, or pursue a hobby. Unfortunately, moods can also be altered with nicotine, drugs, alcohol, and dangerous behaviors like overeating and gambling. Addictions can take over lives. We need to understand why we use certain substances and behaviors to feel good.
Perhaps we don't appreciate our day-to-day lives, our healthy bodies, and the companionship of the people in our lives. The simple pleasures of an ordinary life can often be taken for granted. We sometimes crave a little excitement, something beyond the norm. We feel a need to amp up our happiness and "get high." If we could only set our brains to be up-beat, train ourselves to be satisfied and happy, and get pleasure from making others happy, maybe we could create and sustain a natural high.
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