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Dopamine Unmasked: Beyond Happiness, The Key to Motivation

Often referred to as the 'happiness hormone', dopamine is less about immediate pleasure and more about the driving force behind our motivation and the desire to repeat pleasurable experiences. L'Officiel Austria unravels the mystery around dopamine and sheds light on its actual function in our nervous system.

09.07.2023 by Sara Douedari
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Love or Lust? Navigating Emotions and Desires

Navigating the complex emotions of relationships can be sometimes crazy. It's hard to tell whether what we're feeling is love or just desire. In most cases, true love encompasses desire - it always starts that way. Hormones released during sex, such as oxytocin and dopamine, can feel like a deep connection. But how can we be sure it's not just desire and won't lead to unhappiness in the long run? L'Officiel Austria Editor Sara Douedari weighs in.

01.02.2023 by Sara Douedari
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Dark Chocolate: A Deliciously Healthy Indulgence for Mind and Body

Chocolate with a high percentage of cocoa not only tastes pleasantly bitter, but it also contains many healthy ingredients. Some of them can even have positive effects on our health. When consumed in moderation, dark chocolate can not only enhance our taste experience but also contribute to a healthier lifestyle.

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It's more than normal to feel "happier" some days than others - especially when you consider all that's happening in 2022. To create great positive energy for ourselves in everyday life, let's take a look at the habits that truly happy people have in common.

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