The chemistry of a smile
The rhythm of the happy dance
The internal symphony
Vocalizing the vibe
YOUR GOAL
Master of The anatomy of a happy dance
joy Laughing people with crinkled eyes, flushed skin, and goosebumps spin in warm amber light.
joy Tap physical reactions to discover how the human body expresses different forms of joy.
Joyful goosebumps: Aesthetic chills trigger the same dopamine reward pathways in your brain as eating chocolate.
A neurotransmitter in the brain that plays an essential role in regulating movement, motivation, and reward. In 1957, Swedish pharmacologist Arvid Carlsson discovered this chemical, which transmits signals that produce internal human joy.
What neurotransmitter does the vagus nerve release to slow down the heart during moments of calm joy?
Approximately what percentage of the population is estimated to experience musical frisson or chills?
Which nerve, running from the brain to the heart, is activated by warm, positive social emotions?
Which brain structure releases dopamine during the peak emotional experience of aesthetic chills?
What is the scientific term for the goosebumps and skin tingling triggered by beautiful music or awe?