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The Science of Happiness
46:46 - 55:11 (08:25)
In order to extend the positive effects of dopamine and become a happier person, it is important to engage in activities that increase pleasure in the present moment while blunting the pain response, as well as maintaining a balance between seeking pleasure and offsetting pain.
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In order to achieve long-term goals successfully, it is important to balance pleasure and pain by engaging in practices such as mindful living and getting a good night's sleep, developing a sense of excitement for what's in front of you, and extending the positive phase of the dopamine release.
46:46 - 50:05 (03:19)
Summary
In order to achieve long-term goals successfully, it is important to balance pleasure and pain by engaging in practices such as mindful living and getting a good night's sleep, developing a sense of excitement for what's in front of you, and extending the positive phase of the dopamine release.
ChapterThe Science of Happiness
EpisodeHow To Increase Motivation & Drive
PodcastHuberman Lab
Adults and children alike are wired to hear "yes" or "no" as opposed to "maybe," and it all comes down to the dopamine system in our brains.
50:05 - 51:04 (00:58)
Summary
Adults and children alike are wired to hear "yes" or "no" as opposed to "maybe," and it all comes down to the dopamine system in our brains. When we're told there's a chance we could get something good, our brains release dopamine that motivates us towards that reward, meaning a potential "no" can feel like physical pain.
ChapterThe Science of Happiness
EpisodeHow To Increase Motivation & Drive
PodcastHuberman Lab
"Maybe" means possibility, and possibility is deeply ingrained in our dopamine and motivation system, driving us to explore new territories and anticipate bigger rewards.
51:04 - 53:33 (02:29)
Summary
"Maybe" means possibility, and possibility is deeply ingrained in our dopamine and motivation system, driving us to explore new territories and anticipate bigger rewards. The dopamine system fires faster in moments of possibility, leading to bigger releases of dopamine when something positive actually happens.
ChapterThe Science of Happiness
EpisodeHow To Increase Motivation & Drive
PodcastHuberman Lab
Learn how light in the middle of the night can act as a blocker to dopamine and reduce the brain's capacity to release it, as well as tips for leveraging the dopamine system for a better life.
53:33 - 55:11 (01:37)
Summary
Learn how light in the middle of the night can act as a blocker to dopamine and reduce the brain's capacity to release it, as well as tips for leveraging the dopamine system for a better life.