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How Dopamine Drives Love, Creativity & Addiction w/Daniel Z. Lieberman, MD EP 1255

The School of Greatness

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Novelty Fades, Satisfaction Diminishes

The initial pleasure from new experiences, such as a daily routine of enjoying coffee and a croissant, provides a dopamine boost. However, as the novelty wears off, the same activities no longer yield the same level of satisfaction, leading to feelings of deprivation when these experiences become monotonous.

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