Merry Christmas from us.
Monday, December 25, 2023
Saturday, December 23, 2023
What happens to your brain as you age
As the most complex organ in your body, your brain changes radically throughout your life. Starting from before birth and continuing even after you've died. This is what happens to your brain as you age.
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Message From the President
As the year draws to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible impact made possible by your dedication and selflessness. We thank each and every one who continues to keep Matt's Dream Alive by your commitment and support over these past 15 years. We are deeply grateful!
Throughout the year, your volunteer efforts, passion, and hard work have propelled us forward, enabling us to make a meaningful difference in our community and elsewhere.
It's through the collective efforts of people like YOU that we can continue to fulfill our vision and create positive change in our world. I can feel Matt smiling down on all of us seeing that his life and his vision is still very much alive and thriving.
We are eternally grateful and humbled. We look forward to continuing this incredible journey together in 2024 and beyond.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Teresa Courtemanche
The Matt Garcia Foundation
President
(Matt's Mom)
Sunday, December 17, 2023
Serotonin vs. Dopamine - 7 Key Differences Between Pleasure and Happiness
Serotonin vs. dopamine explained by Dr. Robert Lustig author of "The Hacking of the American Mind: The Science Behind the Corporate Takeover of Our Bodies and Brains".
He explains the 7 key differences between pleasure and happiness and discusses the basic brain mechanisms behind various addictive products that are hacking our reward centers.
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Holiday Mixer, December 15th
Chamber of Commerce: Holiday Mixer Non-Profit
The Dessert auction will benefit The Matt Garcia Foundation
Holiday Mixer takes place at Jelly Belly Factory
Friday, December 15th from 5:30pm - 10:00pm
Monday, December 11, 2023
Friday, December 8, 2023
How to make smart decisions more easily
Explore the psychology of decision fatigue, what kinds of choices lead us to this state and what we can do to fight it.
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Everything our bodies do— whether physical or mental— uses energy. Studies have found that many individuals seem to have a daily threshold for making decisions, and an extended period of decision-making can lead to cognitive exhaustion. So, what kinds of choices lead us to this state, and what can we do to fight fatigue? Explore the psychology of decision fatigue and ways you can avoid fatigue.
Directed by Jolene Tan.
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