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Interesting post. I can definitely identify with the journey of exercise, supplementation, and spiritual exploration.
I would like to caution you that your connection between the calming effects of vasodialation and enlightenment might be a bit superficial. It seems you have discovered what it is like to be calm, or have equanimity. While being calm is both a prerequisite and downstream effect of enlightenment, it is not to be confused with the deep knowledge of truth (enlightenment). Enlightenment is a deep subconscious insight, that becomes more likely to happen when the mind is calm, clear, and alert.
Enlightenment is also not state dependent. It's often thought of as something you realize and don't forget.... (read more)
This is the happiness we are really searching for. The other kind is better described as pleasure.