Understanding the Dopamine Cycle & How to Make It WORK for You!
Dr. Jodi deep dives into one of the most powerful drivers of human behavior: the dopamine cycle. Dopamine is often called the “feel-good” chemical, but its role in our lives goes far beyond just making us happy. It’s the engine behind motivation, reward, and habit formation, influencing everything from productivity to addiction.
In this episode, we’ll explore how the dopamine cycle works, why it can sometimes lead to unhealthy patterns, and—most importantly—how you can take control of it to boost focus, balance pleasure, and create lasting positive habits. Let’s uncover the science and strategies behind mastering your dopamine system!
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Jodi Aman is a social work doctor with 28 years of experience in clinical practice. She helps clients heal from trauma, understand the world, and reclaim self-confidence. She created C.O.M.P.A.S.S., an emotional wellness curriculum for middle and high school health classes designed to mitigate symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Her live-streamed talk show is on her YouTube channel @doctorjodi, where she discusses topics unique to Generation Z. Also, watch her TEDx Wilmington talk, "Calm Anxious Kids," and read her award-winning book, Anxiety… I'm So Done with You! to learn how to understand and reverse the current mental health crisis. More about Jodi
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You’re listening to the Anxiety I'm So Done with You! Podcast with Doctor Jodi.
We hope to ease the minds of “the anxious generation.” To do that, this show will guide emerging adults, their parents, and helpers, galvanizing them to release toxic stress, achieve emotional wellness, and hardwire their brains for a happy and meaningful life.
Do you, or does someone you love, have anxiety or ADHD? Do you struggle with motivation and worry about your future? Keep listening.
As a psychotherapist, I have worked with young people for 28 years, and I’ve seen and understood the nuances of Generation Z from this rare perspective.
Guess what I discovered? Your brain is not broken. You are having a regular human response to the context of this crazy world. You don’t have to feel like this; you can feel better!
Tune in live every Monday at 8 PM E on @doctorjodi or binge the recordings. We’ll have relieving conversations, exciting guests, and inspirational stories that will show you how to get rid of worry, recover your energetic bandwidth, and grok a socially conscious life of overflowing joy.