Everyone is born with happiness chemicals. Over time, these happiness chemicals of Serotonin and Dopamine can become compromised. Scientific data has been gathered and analyzed to discover the science behind happiness, one of which is JumpING for Joy. What is JumpING for Joy and how can we starting JumpING into a happier life?

The chemistry behind our happiness is associated with the amount of Phenylethylamine in our system. Phenylethylamine is a type of endorphin, which affects our central nervous system and also gives us a sense of well-being. Phenylethylamine helps to initiate the release of Dopamine and Oxytocin. These chemicals trigger a euphoric feeling, while Phenylethylamine triggers the feelING of excitement, being giddy and excessive happiness.

So how can you reproduce the happiness chemicals back into your life? Research shows that exercise helps secret endorphins. Here is a small list of fun activities that will help release the chemical cocktail of happiness you are looking for.

• JumpING is one way to exercise. JumpING for Joy will help release those endorphins and a chemical called Norepinephrine. Norepinephrine flows from your brain into your bloodstream, stimulating the production of adrenaline, which gives you energy. People who have energy tend to be happier.*
• DancING in your living room to your favorite music will help bring a smile to your face and releases endorphins into your body.*
• CookING helps to bring a sense of a homey atmosphere, which may in turn bring a sense of contentment.
• LaughING. LaughING has been proven to be healthy for the heart and releases a happy cocktail into your brain. Rent your favorite movie, watch a great comedian or call up a friend that you share a great laughing history with. Do you remember the saying, "Laughter is the best medicine?" It turns out its true!
• SmilING randomly at a neighbor or stranger, may invoke a smile back. When someone smiles at you, it will help with your level of chemical happiness. A smile is really a contagious thing and brings joy to others around you and in turn can turn your world around and it's free!

These are just a few exercises you can use to help re-create happiness. LivING life to its fullest, whether your current situation is good or bad, is the best antidote for the blues. One last note: Never forget to R.A.K on happiness points. Random Acts of Kindness will add to your sense of happiness and contentment.

*Always check with your doctor to make sure you are able to participate in physical activity.

About the Author

Jaci Rae's humble beginnings and formal training have taught her the value of relationships and how to make them happy. Now a successful Entrepreneur, Rae is an award-winning singer and best-selling author. When she isn't dishing relationship advice on some of the top ranked relationship / dating sites, Rae conducts seminars and teaches in the U.S. and around the world..