Seriously though, WHY? There is a lot of psychology behind why we are wired for newness, novelty, and that inevitable dopamine hit that we get when we buy something new. And although we know that overconsumption isn’t good for us or the planet, it’s really hard to stop. In today’s episode, we go into some of the lessons we’ve learned about reframing the way we see shopping and rewiring our brains to be satisfied with what we already have.
MENTIONS
Atomic Habits by James Clear https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anne Lembke https://www.annalembke.com/dopamine-nation
Effortless and Essentialism by Greg McKeown
Note: a dopamine detox or complete abstinence from dependence on substances such as alcohol are not recommended and can be dangerous if done without the supervision of a healthcare professional. If you struggle with substance abuse, please seek the help of a qualified professional.
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