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Carl’s morning begins with a vivid awakening, bathed in sunlight filtering through the cracks of his primitive dwelling. The sun’s rays stimulate his serotonin, lifting his mood and synchronizing his internal clock with the natural cycle of day and night. As he turns toward his wife and son, oxytocin floods his brain, fostering feelings of deep love and connection—that profound sense of purpose that anchors human relationships. Stepping outside, he rekindles the fire from the night before, an act that ignites his dopamine pathways, motivating him to face the day’s challenges. The warmth of the fire and shared bonds foster a sense of reward and communal well-being, vital elements for survival in early human tribes.