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EP 116: Dopamine Nation - Author Dr Anna Lembke
EP 116: Dopamine Nation - Author Dr Anna Lembke
EP 116: Dopamine Nation - Author Dr Anna Lembke
Saturday 2nd October 2021
Join Dr. Anna Lembke on Sobertown Podcast as she explores the balance of pleasure and pain in addiction with insights from her book 'Dopamine Nation'.
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Get the buttons here!Dopamine Nation: Dr. Anna Lembke on the Delicate Dance Between Pleasure and Pain
What's really fascinating to me is that if you actually intentionally press on the pain side of the balance in mild to moderate doses, you can trick your body into starting to upregulate its own dopamine and actually tilt your homeostasis toward the side of pleasure.
Ever wondered why it's so hard to put down your phone or resist that extra slice of cake? In this episode of Sobertown Podcast, King13 sits down with Dr. Anna Lembke, a renowned psychiatrist and author, to discuss her groundbreaking book, 'Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence'. Dr.
Lembke, who heads the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic, dives into the intricate relationship between pleasure and pain and how modern society's endless access to high-reward stimuli has made us more vulnerable to addiction. Dr. Lembke sheds light on how substances like alcohol can disrupt our brain's delicate balance and offers practical strategies for regaining control. She introduces the concept of 'self-binding', a method to help curb compulsive behaviors, and emphasizes the transformative power of sobriety.
The conversation also touches on the importance of authentic stories and reliable support systems in the recovery journey. Whether you're battling addiction, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about how to find balance in today's overstimulated world, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Dr. Lembke's expertise and relatable approach make complex scientific concepts accessible, offering hope and practical advice for anyone looking to break free from the cycle of overconsumption.