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DhuQarnayn
Love me some essential oils. /s
SmokyDoggg
Kronzor
Gotta be careful with that “eat food” one.
ChemicalCastration
Love the little nibbler!
Photus
These aren't hacks. This is the hard way to create happiness, the difficult but correct way. A hack would be drugs.
slagathorstiffnips
Cocaine is also a good way to get extra dopamine.
inchwormwrath
I make soap with essential oils, but I make no claims other than they smell nice. Most popular, sandalwood and Tasmanian lavender.
TheManWhoDoesStuff
Dopamine isn’t a damn reward chemical, it’s a motivational neurotransmitter. Factual incorrect. Source: Neuroscience/Pharmacy student
Onceuponausername
I mean... so how get?
joe40001
My childhood dog just died and the world feels very bleak right now, so I appreciate the rare imgur post about trying to be happy.
Bluegrasslass
Cross out BABY and insert CAT
BoloPodoleo
This post, ain't bad.
sinpwnzorz
Unless you have ADHD. In which case dopamine fucks right off.
arentyougladididntsaybanana
That puppy certainly did the trick!!
AbsolutelyNotTheNSA
Lovely little does of Oxytocin
AbsolutelyNotTheNSA
Dose*
Grumpyfrumpy
Which one is the beer one?
Kronzor
All of them
heyineveraskedyoudoyoulikeguacamole
Disappointed to see 'exercise' appear so heavily here
RoutemasterFlash
MDMA: all four at once!
lafemmenikita
Don't forget sex and orgasm in the oxytocin checklist. Also natural childbirth, but that's maybe a more advanced 'hack' ;-)
db22
"Essential oils" X [Doubt]
TheEmperorsTrueChampion
Essential oils have gotten a bad name. They aren't a cure all, but in certain applications they do work.
pareidoliaperson
Hey @Op is this part of a more complete book that I can read for more info?
GrayFish
If you go for a nice jog and come back to your dog you are straight up high. Laying on the ground wheezing and snuggling, the best!
TheGodlySka
This is how things work in a normal person. For someone who is depressed, or has an SMI, they may not get that boost of dopamine for little
TheGodlySka
Tasks like showering or doing dishes. Its important to remember that we are all different, and what works for you doesnt work for everyone.
Bedarande
playing with a baby? Absolutely not. Children give me anxiety.
Manhoarder
My question is why do that shit when nowadays you can get prescribed with each one for any reason.
TheEmeraldProphylactic
Oxytocin is NOT the love hormone, it’s the BONDING hormone. It makes you lovey and cuddly, but only in the context of group identity 1/
TheEmeraldProphylactic
The moment it’s applied to the “other” (person/group/animal), it produces a rather different response, a defensive and divisive one. 2/2
alwaysupvotefuturama
Sex Sex Sex Sex
haveueverwentfast
I like making a to do list and checking stuff off. If I do something that isn't on the list, I add it on and then check it off. Still counts
MoonRiverFrost
Do you add "make too do list" then cross it off?
haveueverwentfast
I don't but after reading that alot on here I think I will next time!
Vimavi
I do the same!
Blud4BludGod
I do this, with a couple gimmes to get a taste for checking things off. "Finish writing a list" is usually number 1, for example
Rodrodington1
It absolutely still counts.
BatLadyRielle
I've gotten all my coworkers doing this. People are excited and my manager is gleeful
zeratul156
it certainly does count. and i'm certain its highly recommended to do that
werrywerry
My wife is the master list maker. Makes mundane things so fulfilling! And yes, new checkbox just to check it off. Love it!
DooksandPooks
The runners high is the only thing that would make me want to run again. That floating feeling, your legs disappear and your just going
haveueverwentfast
I went for a run for the first time in a long time last week. Felt good after, I might try again tomorrow.
trapperjohnmd
I think the hack is drugs. You can get them from your doctor or your friendly neighborhood drug dealer. Whatever helps you sleep at night.
RoutemasterFlash
Or stay up all night, depending.
bizzyann
Both? Both is good.gif
ethandurst
No no, that’s melatonin!
RearadmiralButtStuff
Essential Oils? Are you kidding me?
TheWhiteBarry
Yeah the only essential oil that raises happiness is THC concentrate, can confirm that shit works wonders
jelliebellie1940
Right? This is bullshit list. Where’s masturbation? THAT needs to be on this list somewhere!
4amsnacks
(2) that the essential oils cohort will share the image and it’ll have a higher chance of being viral
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Nimafox
Why is it yall see a list that includes petting dogs, eating chocolate, and hugging and suddenly pick out essential oils as bs?
Nimafox
Like, yeah these are all simple happiness things, and nice makes make the brain happy. If that really upsets you pretend it says candles
feymarch
i enjoy them but i hate that they've been ruined because people think it'll cure anything. no, karen, it just relaxes you a bit sometimes.
feymarch
i used to collect perfumes and perfume oils and honestly, esp if you can get them to associate with something good that's happened? it helps
xmaneds
no, not kidding. nice smells can make you feel good (endorphins). it's called aromatherapy because the aroma is therapeutic. (1/2)
xmaneds
nobody is claiming that essential oils cure cancer. but is lavender oil calming? absolutely yes. that's all we're saying. (2/2)
DemonFluffer1000
Hash oil IS essential!!!!!!!
gecko08
Ehh. So. As a cure all its absolute horseshit dunked in bullshit. But smells can have substantial effects on peoples moods. One of the most
gecko08
soothing odors to me is the smell of smoke coming off a piece of beeswax hemp twine. Why? Who the hell knows but it works.
YourLordCthulhu
They smell nice and certain ones have genuine medicinal effects. I can see it being helpful, if no more than a nice candle or incense
PersonalityFire
We're talking perception and brain chemistry, here. Yes, they can improve your mood. Don't let blowhard hucksters ruin it for you.
IPlayWithFire
pleasant smells can trigger your body to release a little endorphin but mostly it's the massage which goes with the essential oils
IPlayWithFire
Claiming essential oils cure diseases or prevent infection or replace vacination is batshit crazy
TheBlueMuppet
Its 5W-30 and WD-40
GergsJohnson
Probably as aromatherapy not for any typical "essential oil" bs floating around.
BatsAreAwesome
Was going to make this exact comment. Glad to see it was already made. +1!
JoeMetallic
Smelling a nice-smelling plant is nice. Essential oils are bottled plant smells.
NoIRLonlyAFK
Idk. But does anyone want a Cat, need a dog for some phat happyness gains.
Vimavi
It's not because anti-vaxx use essential oils to "cure" cancer that it doesn't have any good effects
Mairoa
Yeah, they have great uses, now everyone hates them bc Karen decided they replace chemo
ZVMaker
It's kind of like yoga. Once you demystify it, it's still a decent thing. Essential oils mostly smell nice and have a few minor applications
ZVMaker
/besides. Yoga is just stretching and breath exercises. If you've caught a disease or broken a bone, go to a doctor.
subtleinspades
Clove oil works great for a topical painkiller for things like canker sores or tooth pain.
Manhoarder
I spot a hunbot
subtleinspades
Lol! Touché hun.
iamtheyummypie
It got me through a rough month of dry socket, when a pulled tooth didn’t heal correctly.
burlyqlady
Mmm Djarum kreteks...
flamingflamingo
I hate essential oils, but to be fair, if you like how it smells, it might create some endorphins.
hoistedbymyownpetard
just slipped that one in there...
puffcorn237
Have you tried drinking them
NieRfarwhereveryouare
Well, laughing AT essential oils certainly makes me feel better.
saboten13
It was at that moment the image lost all credibility
OlLineFace
Hey they do have benefits, the obviously aren't a heal all cure all but some of them can be great in certain applications
ambiantlight
I have ADHD, normal stimulants put me to sleep, the scent of peppermint oil can at least give me a little wakefulness.
popejubal
Moderate amounts of stimulants do that to me too. But a lot of stimulants at once makes me freak the fuck out. It’s a balancing act. :)
OlLineFace
Real shit if you put lavender oil on a baby's feet they will pass out faster than you can believe. It's strange but it works
theswissgirl
Put a little on your pillow it also work to help falling asleep
Sydonis12
Lavender lowers blood pressure, so they can make you calm.. or passed out if you already have low blod pressure.
MyPeskyClownBoner
also eucalyptus is fantastic at clearing sinuses if you're sick
Theamazingpop
The peppermint oil on your tummy and wrists really does help with nausea.
pizzaparty
Peppermint herbal tea works great too. It calms my stomach every time.
DI2EAD
This and tea tree oil has antimicrobial properties.
baddrunkneighbor
anti vaxxers ruined essential oils for the non crazy people. Like what incels did to fedoras. We have already lost.
ProgressiveWaifus
And is great for bug bites.
DarkEvilSoul
I've used tea tree oil for excessive redness on my skin and I was pretty impressed how well it works
madpathmoth
Love to see a post mentioning "essential oils" on the top of the front page of imgur... /s
4amsnacks
I have a bunch cause they smell nice and make me feel nice, perhaps that’s why they’re there? Alternatively, cynically, it’s there so (1)
37PiecesOfFlair
Upvotes for proper usage of they’re there.
gravyandfries
What makes this oil essential though? I just rub the oil for my motorcycle on if I’m ever feeling down.
ThatRandomCanadian
Because it's the essence of something. People have just assumed it meant oils that are important.
Mairoa
Wat? It means the essential compounds of x plant that make it what it is. Essentially the terpenes and oils of an herb
JeMoederBelde
The oil itself won't do anything. Taking time for yourself rubbing it in and relaxing will.
Taxicat
Some do have benefits. Scent is more important to our minds than we often realize; it can help with memory, triggering certain >
Taxicat
>emotions, and if worse comes to worse, it can help distract you from the pain. It’s not a “cure” the way some people make it sound; >
Taxicat
>it’s more along the lines of just using the Jedi Mind Trick on yourself, just with scent instead of waving your hands around.
AlfredDPrince
The essential oils *will* be fine
SuperJusticeWarrior69
They had me right up until that. The only essential oil needed in my life is whatever oil they use to make french fries.
Crawmak
Usually peanut oil I think
RearadmiralButtStuff
Or canola, or sunflower
Ironplaid
"Creamy Liquid Fry Shortening"
SuperJusticeWarrior69
Why did I get downvoted, my comment was funny!
MarkOfTheCovenant
Yeah you just rub that shit on your skin and activate it with a bottle of red wine. Works like a charm
S4mw1se
Okay, I’ve doused myself with red wine. Now what? XD
Livithion1
Instructions unclear now a cork screw is stuck in me
S4mw1se
Instructions unclear, I am now a corkscrew
saboten13
I find just thinking about it works, when activated with 6 shots of tequila.
PurityOfEssence
I activate my essential oils with bourbon and an animal sacrifice
dunewolf
is the sacrifice done on a grill perchance? mm grilled steak, or burgers.. mmmm
AGrammeIsBetterThanADamn
They don't do EVERYTHING, but "making you happy because they smell nice" is key among the things they DO do
jherazob
Who do?
cbmech7
You got that last part right, they are do-do.
hoistedbymyownpetard
Ha....you said doo-doo....
Kmpapples
Teehee you said doodoo
nclu
Yeah, well, "Scooby-doo can doo-doo but Jimmy Carter is smarter."
keyblader1985
kablija
They could have put scented candles then?
thefirstobiwanCATnobi
Not if the candle is scented with synthetic fragrance
MrSaturday
Except they are under pain killer.
AGrammeIsBetterThanADamn
No, they're under "endorphins" which somebody decided was a pain killer though they're much more involved with making you happy.
DoorbyTheHouseShelf
They make a normal person who is low on endorphins happy. Actually all of these might help a normal person, but are ultimately useless for
DoorbyTheHouseShelf
People who don't make enough of each chemical in the first place. Call it what it is. Essential oils don't produce endorphins like that.
FussyZeus
Endorphins are a pain killer. Break a bone, you get shit tons of them.
greggor
Ok but you also get shit tons of them when you orgasm
randi
No thanks!
AGrammeIsBetterThanADamn
Damn, you probably shouldn't have told me that
ComediNyan
Not the only function of endorphin.