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The Importance of a Deeper Sense of Purpose
42:26 - 51:15 (08:48)
Building a deeper sense of purpose can lead to a continuous sense of pleasure throughout your life, without necessarily experiencing pleasure in the moment. This is an alternative to hormesis, which involves pressing on the pain side of the balance to reset the hedonic set point to the side of pleasure.
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Trying to find a deeper sense of purpose and meaning in life can result in a more continuous and scalable form of pleasure throughout one's life, without constantly seeking out dopamine hits.
42:26 - 48:00 (05:33)
Summary
Trying to find a deeper sense of purpose and meaning in life can result in a more continuous and scalable form of pleasure throughout one's life, without constantly seeking out dopamine hits. Living for others or finding a reason for living can offer a sense of purpose and make us realize it's all worth it, even if it does not necessarily bring pleasure.
ChapterThe Importance of a Deeper Sense of Purpose
Episode#392 - Anna Lembke - How To Reset Your Brain's Dopamine Balance
PodcastModern Wisdom
Hormesis is the practice of exposing our bodies to small doses of stressors to help build resilience and overcome negative patterns.
48:00 - 51:15 (03:15)
Summary
Hormesis is the practice of exposing our bodies to small doses of stressors to help build resilience and overcome negative patterns. This can be achieved through activities such as exercise, cold water baths, and exposure to anxiety-inducing situations.