Stompcast cover image

Stompcast

Pt 1: How to Stop Dopamine from Controlling Your Life | Tj Power

Apr 21, 2025
30:48

Tj Power is the creator of The DOSE Effect, a concept which explains how dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin and endorphins influence our physical and mental health. 


Tj’s organisation The DOSE Lab provides relatable, science-backed strategies to empower individuals to improve their mental wellbeing by rebalancing their brain chemistry. His book ‘The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry’ became an instant Sunday Times Bestseller earlier this year.


In part 1, Tj joins Dr Alex George to discuss the role each chemical in The DOSE Effect plays in our lives, the key differences between quick and slow dopamine hits and the brain chemistry behind our collective addiction to our phones.


Plus, Tj explains how low serotonin can lead to rumination and reveals how we can use these four key brain chemicals to our advantage…


Follow @tjpower and get his book ‘The DOSE Effect: Small Habits to Boost Your Brain Chemistry’ 


Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast


Get the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual now


Download Mettle: the mental fitness app for men


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner