Dr. Loretta Graziano Breuning, PhD

Dr. Loretta Graziano Breuning, PhD

Author/ Professor Emerita of Management at California State University/ Founder - The Inner Mammal Institute

Loretta Graziano Breuning, Ph.D., is a seasoned academic and author, prominently known for her tenure as a Professor Emerita of Management at California State University. Her journey into the exploration of human motivation began as a teacher and a mother, where prevailing theories failed to resonate with her. This curiosity led her to delve into the brain chemistry of animals, providing her with insights that she believed could significantly benefit people​.

Dr. Breuning's notable work, "Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin, and Endorphin Levels," illustrates her profound understanding of the human brain's chemistry and its impact on happiness and motivation​​. Her expertise doesn't stop at writing; she founded the Inner Mammal Institute to help individuals harness their mammalian brain chemicals to find empowerment and break free from prevailing misconceptions surrounding the pursuit of happiness​​.

With a career steeped in researching the evolution of the human brain and the science of happiness and contentment, Dr. Breuning has emerged as a reputable brain chemistry expert. Her endeavors aim at bridging the gap between academic knowledge and practical, actionable strategies that individuals can incorporate into their lives for enhanced well-being and happiness​​.