Dopamine and the Problem With Always Chasing What’s Next with Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman
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Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman joins Joe to discuss the impact of dopamine on our desires and fulfillment.
Send us Fan Mail Daniel Z. Lieberman, psychiatrist and co-author of The Molecule of More, joins Joe to explore the powerful role dopamine plays in shaping our desires, decisions, and sense of fulfillment. Joe and Dan discuss how dopamine isn’t just about pleasure—it’s about possibility. It drives us to chase the future, often leading us to idealize what’s ahead while overlooking what’s right in front of us. From career ambition to relationships, this constant pursuit can leave us restless, un...
People in this episode
Host: Joe Byerly
Guest: Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman
Topics covered
- dopamine
- desires
- decision making
- fulfillment
- career ambition
- relationships
Keywords
- dopamine
- desires
- decision making
- fulfillment
- career ambition
- relationships
- psychology
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: The Molecule of More
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