How Helping Others is Really Benefiting You

Send us Fan MailJoin Newsletter get Free Gift:https://mailchi.mp/5e4f8e9f90e7/untitled-pageLeave us a VoiceMailhttps://www.speakpipe.com/thingsyoushouldknow**Support the Podcast**SuperCast: https://thingsyoushouldknow.supercast.comPatreon:  https://www.patreon.com/thingsyoushouldknowpodcast**Social Media***Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/879254746173653Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thing.syoushouldknow/**Fitness, Yoga and Mindfulness**Alo Moves: https://www.talkable.com/x/rSpBAv**Free 30 day trial / Yoga, Mindfulness and Meditation-------------------------------------------------------------Research has found many examples of how doing good, in ways big or small, not only feels good, but also does us good. For instance, the well-being-boosting and depression-lowering benefits of volunteering have been repeatedly documented. As has the sense of meaning and purpose that often accompanies altruistic behavior. Even when it comes to money, spending it on others predicts increases in happiness compared to spending it on ourselves. Moreover, there is now neural evidence from fMRI studies suggesting a link between generosity and happiness in the brain. For example, donating money to charitable organizations activates the same (mesolimbic) regions of the brain that respond to monetary rewards or sex. In fact, the mere intent and commitment to generosity can stimulate neural change and make people happier.Recent research suggests yet another way our well-being can benefit from practicing pro-social behavior: helping others regulate their emotions helps us regulate our own emotions, decreases symptoms of depression and ultimately, improves our emotional well-being.Support the Podcast:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1590358/support Closing of ReThinkBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show