The Innovation Show
Anna Lembke - Dopamine Nation Part 2
Sep 8, 2022
Dr Anna Lembke, author of 'Dopamine Nation', discusses various topics including the accessibility and potency of addictive substances, the impact of modern technology on our dopamine signals, evaluating drinking habits and understanding motivations behind drug use, the components of dopamine (abstinence, mindfulness, insight, and next steps), finding balance and self-discovery, and the detrimental consequences of seeking escape and pleasure.
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Quick takeaways
- The abundance and accessibility of rewarding stimuli in our modern world have complicated our relationship with dopamine, leading to an addiction epidemic.
- By intentionally embracing challenges and seeking discomfort, individuals can retrain their brain away from addictive behaviors and find fulfillment and happiness.
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Understanding the role of dopamine in the brain
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that bridges the gap between neurons in our brain, allowing for fine-tuned control of electrical circuits. It is involved in pleasure, reward, motivation, and movement. The abundance and accessibility of rewarding stimuli in our modern world have complicated our relationship with dopamine. The podcast explores how the progressive increase in the availability and potency of drugs, from tobacco to video games, has led to an addiction epidemic. It also highlights the importance of understanding the pleasure-pain balance and the three rules that govern it: maintaining balance, increasing pain after pleasure, and the gremlins that never entirely dissipate.
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