What are endorphins and what do they do?

Endorphins are like tiny helpers inside your body that make you feel happy and calm.

Imagine you're playing with your favorite toy, and suddenly you fall down, ouch! But instead of crying right away, you laugh because it felt kind of fun. That’s when endorphins come to work. They’re chemicals your brain sends out to help you feel good even when something hurts or feels tough.

When you're running around, laughing a lot, or even just being excited about something, your body starts making these special helpers, the endorphins. It's like having a secret snack that makes you feel amazing inside.

Sometimes, when you’re doing something hard, like climbing a big hill or solving a puzzle, endorphins help you keep going. They're like little cheerleaders shouting, “You can do it!”

So next time you feel happy or calm after playing or working hard, remember, your body is giving you a tiny, friendly boost from endorphins!