REST | EAT | MOVE

211. Chasing the High: Dopamine’s Role in Our Lives


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Dopamine's Got a Grip on Our World but Here's How to Break Free..


Buckle up, friends! We're diving deep into the world of dopamine – the "feel-good" chemical that might be controlling more of your life than you think. From endless scrolling to junk food cravings, our modern world is designed to keep us hooked on the dopamine rush.


But what's the real cost? And is there a way to reclaim our focus, find deeper satisfaction, and actually enjoy those moments of stillness?


On this episode, we're talking:


  • The Dopamine Culture: How our world is changing to keep us constantly stimulated (spoiler: it's not all good).
  • From Sports to Screens: How dopamine drives everything from our entertainment choices to the way we communicate.
  • The Boredom Cure: Why embracing a little "blah" might be the most radical thing you can do.
  • Plus, a few surprising twists and turns (crickets, anyone?).


This episode might just make you rethink everything. Hit play and get ready to break free from the dopamine trap!

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