Sunday, December 4, 2011

Wellness for Peace Tip: Hugs, eye contact and kisses grow new neurons, and connect them in healthy ways to other neurons to strengthen relationship

"Studies show they also reduce stress, enhance the immune system, lower blood pressure, and in general affect positive feel-good changes to your mood. The release of hormones, such as oxytocin, endorphins, serotonin, and dopamime, among others, nourishes the cells of the body and makes partners feel-good in relation to one another. In couple relationships, they also strengthen the emotional connection, and increase the desire of each partner to repeat more of the love-response behaviors. You can literally kiss, hug, and use your eyes and touch, to energize and amp up your love experience."

'via Blog this'20 Ways to Amp Up The Love (Boost Oxytocin Naturally) In Your Couple Relationship | Neuroscience and Relationships: