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THE DOPAMINE MENU

Have you heard of a Dopamine Menu?

Imagine it like a list of activities you can do to get that “feel-good” boost from your brain. A Dopamine Menu helps you choose activities that give you a healthier, longer-lasting dopamine boost. Instead of doom-scrolling on social media, you pick options like playing a sport, doing something creative or even chilling with friends that leave you feeling better overall and not just in the moment.

Why don‘t you create your own Dopamine Menu with our template? Just be sure to make a copy for yourself before you edit! Dopamine Menu template

SELF-CARE MENU

I like having a SELF-CARE MENU on my phone to help get me out of a funk. You know it happens to us all when we feel stuck or sad or overwhelmed. When those emotions hit me, I choose from one of my “feel-good” options on my menu to boost my mood. Sometimes I‘m short on time so I choose something from the ”Appetizers”. If I have more time, I go the the “Main Course”. If I’m really down I’ll choose a second course or a dessert. Heck, I try to do one thing from my menu everyday to keep my mood HAPPY!

Why don’t you make your own? (Just make sure you make a copy before you start to edit!)

BYS Self-Care Menu

POSITIVE VIBE LISTS

Can you tell we like lists? Is it the ADHD or the OCD talking? Who knows- but we do love these quick lists of easy things you can do to boost your endorphins and to get you outside and involved in your community! The BYS team will be updating these lists every few weeks and would love to include yours! Share it to BeyondYourStation on Instagram !

Go ahead and try our template.. It’s so easy and fun to get a little creative or try something new! (Just be sure to make a copy for yourself before you make your edits!)

BYS POSITIVE VIBE LISTS

GET INVOLVED & GET OUTSIDE

We know it can be hard to meet new people or even think of new places to go… So here are a few resources to get you outside and get you involved in active communities near you! Go ahead- take a chance! Learn a new sport or hobbie & make some new friends!

MEETUP- Find local activities, events and groups near you

YMCA-Get FIT & Volunteer

USA PICKLEBALL- Find places to play nationally

Nearly 1 in 10 men experience some form of Depression or Anxiety- but less than half seek treatment. (Source: ADAA- Anxiety & Depression Association of America)

Over 6 million men suffer from depression per year, but male depression often goes undiagnosed. ( Source: Mental Health America)

More than 3 million men in the United States have panic disorder, agoraphobia or other phobias. (Source: Mental Health America)

Mental illnesses can affect people of any age, race, religion or income. (Source: ADAA)

Many factors contribute to the development of a mental health condition, including life experiences (such as trauma or a history of physical/emotional abuse), biological factors and a family history of mental illness. (Source: “Mental Health Myths and Facts” U.S. Department of Health & Human Services 2017)

People who have been through trauma are 3X more likely to experience depression. (Source: Mental Health America)