Have you ever given a friend a hug or shared a toy, and then felt super happy afterward? That’s because your brain is like a treasure chest, and when you do something kind, it opens up and gives you a special treasure called dopamine. Dopamine is a chemical in your brain that makes you feel really good, like when you get a shiny sticker for doing something great! Scientists discovered that when we help others, our brain gets a reward. It’s like the brain saying, “Well done, you’re making the world better!” Dopamine helps us feel good, and it encourages us to keep being kind. So, when you help a friend or say something nice to someone, your brain is like, “Yay!” and fills you with that happy feeling. That’s why acts of kindness feel so great. Your brain gets a little gift for being kind, which makes you want to do it more. It’s a win-win—your friend feels happy, and you do too! So, the next time you help someone, remember your brain is giving you a “thank you” in the form of dopamine, making kindness feel like a sweet reward for everyone.
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