🧘🏽 Emotional Regulation & Coping Skills *coming soon *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

37.7 – The Science of Oxytocin and Bonding: Oxytocin, often called the “love hormone,” plays a key role in how humans bond and trust each other. It is released during hugs, laughter, childbirth, and even eye contact. This chemical lowers stress, reduces fear, and promotes feelings of warmth and safety. When people feel connected, oxytocin helps the brain associate others with comfort and security. It encourages cooperation and empathy, making social bonds stronger. However, oxytocin doesn’t just build love—it can also deepen loyalty or protectiveness toward one’s group. Understanding this hormone helps explain why kindness, touch, and emotional support feel healing. The more positive connections people have, the more oxytocin cycles through their system, reinforcing those feelings of connection. Simple acts of care can boost oxytocin naturally, creating a ripple effect of compassion and calm. Healthy bonding isn’t only emotional—it’s biological, showing how deeply humans are designed for connection.

About this course

Strategies to manage emotions effectively, build resilience, and respond to challenges with balance and control.

This course includes:
  • Guided mindfulness and emotional regulation exercises
  • Coping strategy planners and reflection tools
  • Real-world scenarios to practice emotional management skills

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