A good part of your last days have been occupied by measures or projections regarding how the Carnival holiday will be? The neuroscientist at Supera – Gymnastics for the brain, Livia Ciacci explains that the anticipation for this festive moment leaves the brain’s synapses hyperactive, regardless of whether you are part of the revelers’ team or those who prefer to rest.
“This anxiety is real and occurs in different contexts. Carnival is a party rooted in the culture of our country and stirs emotions and many feelings”, says Livia.
She remembers that, in the collective imagination, the four days are seen as moments of encounters and great adventures, an opportunity to live stories that will be kept in the memory forever.
“Fantasy is something very present at Carnival, and that is why the memories are always strong in the memory. In moments like this, we can leave our everyday clothes and personality aside and become whoever we want”, comments the neuroscientist. “For the brain, momentary freedom is a great injection of adrenaline and creativity,” she adds.
neurotransmitters
The expert explains that the emotions of Carnival are explained by neurotransmitters, which are neuronal messengers, they work like postmen who carry messages from one cell to another in the brain.
“When we think of Carnival, there is a release of dopamine – a hormone of pleasure and satisfaction -, in addition to serotonin, directly linked to mood”, says Livia Ciacci.
For those who are part of the revelers’ team, dressing up, singing, dancing, playing and even flirting represent actions to release energies and the accumulated tensions of everyday life. These moments do much to bring variety of experiences to the brain.
For those who belong to the home team, or those who seek peaceful trips, being disconnected is a great advantage. “The benefits of recess for the brain will be proportional to how much you manage to stay away from worries and stress during these days”, says the expert.
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