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Dopamine and Its Effects on the Brain and Productivity
This podcast delves into the workings of dopamine in the brain and its effects on our productivity. The episode explores how dopamine is released during anticipation and how engaging in activities that don't require our full attention allows for the creation of new ideas.
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The dopamine system gets activated when we anticipate rewards like having sex, eating ice-cream, or achieving a goal; and this system is responsible for our sense of pleasure and motivation.
2:17:16 - 2:19:24 (02:08)
Summary
The dopamine system gets activated when we anticipate rewards like having sex, eating ice-cream, or achieving a goal; and this system is responsible for our sense of pleasure and motivation. Rick Rubin has a book coming out soon called "The Creative Act".
ChapterDopamine and Its Effects on the Brain and Productivity
EpisodeBody Hacks w/ Andrew Huberman | 2 Bears, 1 Cave Ep. 168
Podcast2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Surprise hits the dopamine system while creativity requires precision in the brain's networks.
2:19:24 - 2:20:12 (00:47)
Summary
Surprise hits the dopamine system while creativity requires precision in the brain's networks. Basketball fans experience dopamine hits when watching their team, and precise circuitry in the brain leads to improved hand movements over time.
ChapterDopamine and Its Effects on the Brain and Productivity
EpisodeBody Hacks w/ Andrew Huberman | 2 Bears, 1 Cave Ep. 168
Podcast2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
The random firing of neurons during activities where our attention is not required sets up the opportunity for new rules and ideas to come up with, promoting creativity.
2:20:12 - 2:22:41 (02:28)
Summary
The random firing of neurons during activities where our attention is not required sets up the opportunity for new rules and ideas to come up with, promoting creativity.
ChapterDopamine and Its Effects on the Brain and Productivity
EpisodeBody Hacks w/ Andrew Huberman | 2 Bears, 1 Cave Ep. 168
Podcast2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
A comedian shares his advice for going on stage and performing a 45 minute set of stand-up comedy, emphasizing the importance of being neutral, free, loose and silly.
2:22:41 - 2:24:00 (01:18)
Summary
A comedian shares his advice for going on stage and performing a 45 minute set of stand-up comedy, emphasizing the importance of being neutral, free, loose and silly.