2013 Roundup

2013 Roundup

BUCKET LIST
I was busy in 2013 and managed to complete eight items from my bucket list. Three of them were completed on my trip to Las Vegas and then one was completed in Canada before I moved to New Zealand. The remaining four items were completed in New Zealand as I travelled around and explored everything this beautiful country has to offer. In case you have missed any of the stories or lessons from my bucket list adventures in 2013, here is a roundup of them. #25 Go to the Grand Canyon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6GThvLCtFk Completed on 4th January in Arizona, USA [#25 Lesson] Witness Things With Your Own Eyes #40 Jeep or Buggy Sand Dunes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_AOs67PYBc&t=1s Completed on 5th January in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA [#40 Lesson] Take Time to Make Decisions…
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The Adventure Gene

The Adventure Gene

GENERAL, INFORMATION
Have you heard of DRD4-7R? Probably not. It is better known as the adventure gene or the wanderlust gene. DRD4 is a receptor that controls the dopamine levels in our brain. Dopamine is a chemical that is released when we experience something that we enjoy, which is what gives us the feeling of reward or pleasure. For some people, dopamine can be released from something as easy as enjoying their favourite food or just enjoying a sunny day. However, some people have lower sensitivities to dopamine, which means it takes more for them to feel reward or pleasure. Extreme sports athletes come to mind when I think of lower sensitivity to dopamine levels. These are the athletes who are chasing 100-foot waves, skiing down near-vertical rock faces and flying their…
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