The Next Big Idea Daily The DOSE Effect
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Jan 29, 2025 
TJ Power, lead neuroscientist at the Dose Lab and co-founder of Neurofi, dives into the fascinating world of brain chemistry and its impact on our mental health. He explains how key hormones—Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins—can be regulated for a better quality of life. Listeners learn strategies to counteract modern disruptions, boost emotional well-being through meaningful connections, and the importance of sunlight and laughter in enhancing serotonin levels. Power's insights offer actionable tips for cultivating happiness and health.
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Boost Dopamine Naturally
- Focus on earning dopamine through effort, not quick hits like social media.
- Start your day with actions like brushing your teeth or getting sunlight instead of checking your phone.
The Bedding Example
- TJ Power uses the example of washing bedding to illustrate dopamine's reward system.
- Though the task is initially undesirable, the feeling of getting into a freshly made bed is a dopamine reward for the effort.
Boosting Oxytocin
- Increase oxytocin through physical touch, like five-second hugs.
- Deepen social interactions by removing distractions and prioritizing face-to-face conversations with active listening.
