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Dopamine Dynamics
Engaging in activities that trigger dopamine spikes can lead to a subsequent crash, affecting long-term motivation and pleasure. By varying the conditions that enhance dopamine, such as music or pre-workout drinks, you can maintain a healthier baseline and sustain enjoyment in pursuits like exercise and relationships. Implementing randomness, like flipping a coin to decide on dopamine-enhancing elements, can paradoxically boost your progress over time.In this clip
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Huberman Lab
Controlling Your Dopamine For Motivation, Focus & Satisfaction | Huberman Lab Podcast #39
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What are examples of common activities that naturally have an intermittent release of dopamine, as discussed in the episode Controlling Your Dopamine For Motivation, Focus & Satisfaction | Huberman Lab Podcast #39 and the clip Dopamine Dynamics?
What are examples of common activities that naturally have an intermittent release of dopamine?
What do you mean by "Avoid Constant Pleasure Seeking: Engaging in constant pursuit of high-dopamine activities can lead to a diminished pleasure response and increased craving over time. To maintain balance, it's important to include periods where you are not actively seeking pleasure, allowing your dopamine levels to reset naturally"?