Ever feel like your mood, memory, and motivation are being controlled by invisible puppet masters?

Well, they are!

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Discovering truths is my greatest personal motivation. Because of this, I have come to understand our mind is strongly influenced by three specific influencers — namely — Serotonin, Dopamine, and GABA.

Called neurotransmitters, they are like skilled puppeteers working behind the scenes, orchestrating a remarkable production that profoundly influences our mental well-being. We draw back the curtain and shine a light on these influential backstage stars, and begin to understand how they shape our moods, memories, motivations, and much more.

First off meet Serotonin: The Feel-Good Influencer

Serotonin, often celebrated as the “feel-good” neurotransmitter, takes on the role of a key figure responsible for regulating your mood, appetite, and sleep. It’s like the conductor of an orchestra, expertly coordinating your emotional symphony, creating moments of happiness, contentment, and overall well-being.

But when Serotonin levels dip, the consequences can be profound. It’s like a power outage in the theater of your mind, leading to mood swings, anxiety, and even the heavy cloud of depression. This is where psychiatric…