Today we get into the intricate world of dopamine, exploring its crucial role in our bodies and lives. We will discuss the chemical's function, how it drives behavior through pleasure and reward, and the impact of dopamine imbalance on mental health and addiction. Bringing you insights from experts like Dr. Anna Lembke and Andrew Huberman, we explain the science behind dopamine in layman's terms and will address the societal influences on dopamine-driven behavior, the importance of self-regulation, and strategies for maintaining healthy dopamine levels. Join us as we unravel the fascinating relationship between dopamine, motivation, and human resilience.
00:00 Morning Greetings and Dopamine Introduction
00:44 Understanding Dopamine's Role
02:53 Dopamine and Primitive Behavior
03:52 Neurotransmitters and Brain Function
07:39 Dopamine vs. Endorphins
10:07 Dopamine, Trauma, and Addiction
16:15 Society's Dopamine Dilemma
18:57 The Pursuit of Validation and Addiction
24:40 The Impact of Modern Life on Dopamine
28:38 Balancing Dopamine for Mental Health
30:59 Understanding Cognitive Barriers
31:57 The Role of Motivation and Dopamine
33:10 Overcoming Setbacks and Building Resilience
34:00 The Importance of Self-Compassion
35:46 Navigating Social Influences and Belief Systems
46:16 Setting and Achieving Healthy Goals
56:54 Final Thoughts on Dopamine and Self-Regulation
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The environment around us is a swirling vortex of chaos, but you can navigate it when you have an anchor that can keep you steady. Each episode, Liz Herl dives into data driven strategies and real world tactics with Dr. Tim Caldwell to help you become more grounded and centered in a world that is constantly shifting and changing. Learn to effectively navigate family strife, career challenges and handle the anxiety of the unknown that the news is constantly bombarding us with. Liz is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and Dr. Caldwell is a retired primary care physician and personal trainer. You can lean on their decades of experience to find stability and peace without having to control circumstances or people around you. You can be anchored in chaos.
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