how to harness your powerful sense of smell everyday
Posted on 10/11/2022
How does aromatherapy work?
While all five senses influence the way we feel throughout the day, studies have shown that the sense of smell appears to have the most impact. This is because the perception of aromas is intimately related to the functions of the brain that influence mood and emotions. This Works has developed a collection of clinically tested, functional fragrances, designed to help manage your mood and emotions throughout the day. Each blend has been studied using fMRI imaging to assess the positive impact it has on the brain and the autonomic nervous system.
2) If you’re up to the challenge, taking a cold shower (as cold as you can tolerate!) for 1 – 3 minutes in the morning is known to increase baseline dopamine dramatically. Dopamine helps improve focus, concentration and gets you moving. This also helps to reset and align the body’s Circadian Rhythm2,3,4.
3) Although it may be hard at first, exercising in the morning helps reduce stress levels and increases our internal body temperature which is linked to improved focus and alertness. You’ll never regret choosing to move your body every day.