228|Oxytocin

What is Oxytocin, and what does it do for you? Have a listen as I share some ways that you can generate it. Visit https://www.bodyshotperformance.com/topic/podcasts/ for the complete show notes of every podcast episode. Topics Discussed in this Episode: What is oxytocin What oxytocin does What you can do to generate oxytocin in the body Heartfulness Key Takeaways: Oxytocin is a hormone that acts as a neurotransmitter. It plays a role in female reproductive functions as well as in different aspects of human behaviour. Oxytocin is quickly produced in the body with human contact. Studies have shown that we get oxytocin as well as relaxation benefits when we have a massage. Hugging also generates lots of oxytocin. Studies have also shown that when you hug a stranger for longer than 20 seconds, both of you will get a release of oxytocin. Cuddling with your pet dog also results in a huge release of oxytocin in the body. Action Steps: Get oxytocin by doing the following: Getting a massage. Hugging people. Cuddling with your dog. Active listening. Focused meditation. Sharing your feelings with someone. Practicing heartfulness. Leanne said: “[Heartfulness] is about doing something for somebody else, for something that’s bigger than you, or a cause that’s bigger than you.” “[Heartfulness is also] about doing something that is all about you. So it may be reconnecting with a hobby, a passion, or a purpose that you’ve just found.” If you want to register your interest in some of the ideas that I’m putting together with Bodyshot Performance, send an email to [email protected]. If you’re interested in finding out what your health IQ is, take the Health IQ test to find out, and get a free 39-page report built around our six signals, which are sleep, mental health, energy, body composition, digestion, and fitness. If you’ve enjoyed what you’ve heard on this episode and it’s added value to you, share the episode with someone you think could benefit from it. And don’t forget to leave a rating or a review and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts. Links to things mentioned in the show: Sign up for our free webinar on 6th November, Lead with Wellbeing More from Leanne Spencer: Bodyshot Performance Bodyshot Performance Limited Facebook page Remove the Guesswork BOOK by Leanne SpencerRise and Shine BOOK by Leanne Spencer