Big feelings can pull us here and there, but often in the direction of pleasure and away from discomfort. Dopamine has a part to play, but what exactly does it do for us and how can we be wise and mindful when following its pull?

In this episode, we welcome our first ever guest, Dr Anastasia Hronis, author of The Dopamine Brain. Together, we discuss:

• The horrible inevitability of sitting with discomfort
• Our pursuit of feeling good and where it might lead us astray
• And why values are essential on our path to live rich & meaningful lives.

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Show notes:

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• The Dopamine Brain - Dr Anastasia Hronis (Book)

More on Anastasia here: https://www.anastasiahronis.com.au/