My First Million Dopamine Fasts, Cruise Ship Investing, and Elon Musk vs. Jeff Bezos Feuds with Andrew Wilkinson, Co-Founder of Tiny
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Oct 19, 2021 
Andrew Wilkinson, Co-Founder of Tiny and a digital innovator, shares his journey through a month-long dopamine fast that reshaped his perception of joy. He discusses the merits of 'cruise ship investing' over riskier startups and how his previous appearances inspired him to launch a D2C maternal health company. The conversation also touches on his surprising acquisition of Aeropress, as well as the ongoing Twitter feud between Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, providing a unique perspective on fame and investment strategies.
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Digital Meltdown
- Andrew Wilkinson disappeared for a month to become a monk and disconnect digitally.
- He was miserable despite professional success, realizing his life had become overly reliant on digital stimulation.
Dopamine Fast
- Try a dopamine fast to reset your brain's reward system.
- Limit exposure to overstimulating activities like social media and constant entertainment.
Addiction's Nature
- Addiction is a progressive narrowing of what brings pleasure, creating dependence on convenient sources like social media.
- Constant stimulation leads to tolerance, requiring more intense hits for satisfaction, ultimately numbing you.
