In this episode Dr. K explains why modern feeds are not trying to entertain you, they are trying to keep you bored. He breaks down boredom as a dopamine craving and withdrawal state, how short form platforms train your brain into tolerance, and why normal activities stop feeling fun. Then he shows how to reverse it by allowing boredom so your receptors upregulate, your sensitivity returns, and everyday life becomes enjoyable again. He also covers the temporary spike in stored anxiety and low mood that can surface during this reset and how to handle it safely.
Topics include:
- What boredom is in the brain, dopamine craving and withdrawal
- How feeds create tolerance and downregulate dopamine receptors
- Why multitasking with phone plus TV feels empty
- The paradox: more boredom today, less boredom tomorrow
- Receptor upregulation and regaining pleasure from simple activities
- Dopaminergic flexibility, enjoying a wider range of things again
- Expecting rebound emotions when you unplug and why they taper
- When to seek clinical support if symptoms persist
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