You may have seen a new self-care trend circling the internet lately that encourages people to get offline and lean into what brings them joy. The trend, called “dopamine menus,” is centered around making lists of things and activities that make you happy and categorizing them like a menu you would see at a restaurant. Each “course” on the menu—starters, mains, sides, and desserts—has different activities or things you can do for a boost of dopamine, AKA the “feel-good” hormone. They can be as small as doing a face mask once a week or as big as learning a new recipe or going on a walk every morning for fresh air and sunlight.
Our editors love the fall season, so we put together our fall-themed dopamine menu to inspire you when creating your own. We’ve included a variety of small festive activities and cherished traditions to help savor the season …