Does "peopling" drain you? The introvert & extrovert neuroscience

About this episode

This episode explores the neuroscientific differences between introverts and extroverts and offers strategies for recharging after social interactions.

In this episode, we'll peek at why "peopling" depletes some brains faster than others, and the neuroscientific differences between introverts and extroverts. We'll look at dopamine sensitivity, acetylcholine, and brain structure. We'll also cover before-care and after-care strategies for recharging after interaction. . . . oh hi & welcome to “Not Entirely Unlike Tea” – i’m christine collins & together we'll explore how to actualize our mindset, psychology, & neuroscience for more ...

People in this episode

Host: Christine Collins

Topics covered

• introversion
• extroversion
• neuroscience
• dopamine sensitivity
• brain structure
• recharging strategies

Keywords

• peopling
• neuroscience
• introverts
• extroverts
• dopamine
• acetylcholine
• brain structure
• after-care
• before-care

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