Endorphins, 2021

Endorphins are an endogenous opioid neuropeptide. It is a peptide hormone humans and other animals produce. It is created in pituitary gland and is responsible for reducing stress and pain relief. But the by-product of this hormone at work is the ...

Endorphins are an endogenous opioid neuropeptide. It is a peptide hormone humans and other animals produce. It is created in pituitary gland and is responsible for reducing stress and pain relief. But the by-product of this hormone at work is the feeling of euphoria. Endorphins are being released when in pain as a pain-killers but also they are produced when we are working out, being physically active, when we engage in sexual activities or when we eat for eg. chocolate. Endorphins just like other hormones/neurotransmitters are very important for our mental health. We need them but we also like them. This painting is a representation of endorphins at work. The explosion of bright colours is supposed to be uplifting, creating an unexplained feeling of lightness and freshness.