Happy Juice in Your Brain

"We are hard wired to feel good about doing good." MindUp PreK-2 Curriculum, p. 137  

When you participate in the "Miles for Smiles Mini Marathon" your body actually releases dopamine in the brain.  Dopamine is a neurotransmitter, a chemical messenger influencing a wide range of feelings and behaviors.  "When we have sufficient levels of this "feel good" neurotransmitter in our brain, we are more able to maintain motivation, delay gratification, and feel rewarded and content." MindUp PreK-2 Curriculum, p. 69  "Dopamine release is triggered when we engage in pleasurable experiences like play-filled activities, laughing, physical exercise, kind gestures, and positive social interaction." MindUp PreK-2 Curriculum, p. 119  Mrs. Broam understands it as "happy juice in your brain."  Get the happy juice flowing in your brain on Friday!