Endorphins

16'“ x 20” Alcohol ink, spray paint and acrylic paint on yupo paper. This piece is framed and comes with a non-reflective glass. Shipping, delivery or pickup from my studio available. Shipping price depends on location -please enter your address in cart when prompted.

Also available in a limited edition print of 16”x 20”, printed on fine art paper. Price is $255. Click here to order a print.

Endorphins are the body’s natural painkillers. Endorphins are released by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland in response to pain or stress, this group of peptide hormones both relieves pain and creates a general feeling of well-being. The name of these hormones comes from the term "endogenous morphine." When we are truly relaxed both mentally and physically, there are changes in the brain waves pattern until it is predominantly located and fixed within the alpha state. Within this particular state the brain triggers endorphins.

About 20 different types of endorphins exist. The best studied of these is beta-endorphin, which is the one associated with the runner’s high. We also release endorphins when we laugh, fall in love, have sex, and even eat a delicious meal.