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How To Break Unconscious Patterns, The Power of Meditation, The Truth About Dopamine & Creating Lasting Change with Dr Joe Dispenza #549

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Apr 22, 2025
Join Dr. Joe Dispenza, a best-selling author and researcher in neuroscience and meditation, as he dives into the world of addiction and emotional health. He explores how our cravings often stem from emotional trauma and the power of dopamine in creating dependency. Discover how meditation can transform unconscious patterns and initiate lasting change. Dr. Joe also shares insights on effective morning routines and the significance of self-awareness in breaking free from the past. Tune in for practical advice on healing and emotional regulation!
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INSIGHT

Addiction Rooted in Emotional Regulation

  • Addiction is fundamentally an attempt to regulate emotional states.
  • The body is conditioned to crave substances or activities that alter these emotions.
INSIGHT

Dopamine Hijacks Pleasure Sense

  • High dopamine bursts from activities like gaming recalibrate our brain's pleasure receptors.
  • This makes normal pleasures less enjoyable and increases dependency on these activities.
ADVICE

Self-Regulate Emotions to Heal

  • Teach yourself to self-regulate emotional states to overcome addiction.
  • Trade negative emotions for elevated emotions like gratitude to reduce external dependency.
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