Maximize Your Motivation: Dopamine, Disciplin...

We all understand the emotional impact of grief, but its effects on the body are often overlooked. Forrest is joined by clinical psychologist and researcher Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor to explore the physiology of grief. Dr. O’Connor explains how our brains and bodies organize them ...  Show more

Some kids learn early on that the way to be loved is to be useful. They take on the emotional or practical care of their parents in a process known as parentification, and today Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the costs of being a “gifted child.” They discuss the “bargain” these kid ...  Show more

Our capacity to sculpt our ideal physique, establish a thriving 10k-a-month enterprise, and achieve significant milestones in life hinges on our mastery of dopamine management. Those who grasp the art of self-regulation possess a significant edge. A common misconception is associ ...  Show more

This episode explains the science of motivation and drive. I describe how dopamine — a chemical we all make in our brain, underlies our desire for and pursuit of our goals, as well as our capacity to move and experience pleasure. I describe how we can leverage specific behaviors, ...  Show more

Episode Description:
Discover the secrets to staying motivated long-term by understanding the role of dopamine in success. Learn practical tips and strategies to boost your dopamine levels, increase focus, and achieve your goals in this enlightening episode of The Dopamine ...  Show more

Knowing how to get motivated is really important. How to stay motivated is even more important There are tons of videos teaching tips and tricks and rah rah motivation, but in this video I’m going to teach you how your brain works so you understand the principle behind how to ...