####Think of three things you are grateful for
- Been sad recently? Worry and guilt activate reward center
- Why? In the short term, worrying makes your brain feel a little better — at least you’re doing something about your problems.
####Gratitude
- Wellbutrin boosts the neurotransmitter dopamine - so does gratitude.
- Prozac boosts the neurotransmitter dopamine - so does gratitude.
- Forces you to think about positive things which releases seratonin - Even if it is forced!
- Can't think of anything? It’s the searching that counts.
#####Other pros?
- Creates a positive loop in personal relationships -> say it loud and proud!
- Promotes a mindfulness state of mind.
#####Other Mental Methods
- Label your emotions - Sad? Be sad.
- Explain Gross's study
- Make that decision
- Ever decide on something and feel at rest? Anxiety is lowered by decision making
- Explain rat cocaine experiment
#####Call your mom and thank her!