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Dr. Kyra Bobinet: The Brain's Motivation Center They Don't Tell You About

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Mastering the Science of Setting Yourself Up for Success

Dr. Bobinet discusses the neuroscience of dopamine, the habenula, and oxytocin to guide individuals in framing pleasure and motivation effectively, emphasizing an iterative mindset to attain goals. The conversation also examines the impact of performing for external validation on mental and physical well-being and explores behaviors like New Year's resolutions and fitness trends through the lens of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.

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