Imagine that every time you complete a task, get a like, or buy a new item, your brain receives a small dose of dopamine, the hormone of motivation and pleasure.
But there is one catch: the brain quickly gets used to these “small victories”. The more achievements you have, the higher the bar, and you need more and more incentives to feel at least a little joy.
This is the dopamine trap. You work harder, look for even bigger goals, and rest makes you feel guilty.
The result? Burnout, chronic fatigue, and loss of joy in life.
It is important to remember:
- your value is not in the list of achievements;
- rest is not a weakness, but a need;
- simple joys are also a source of dopamine, but a healthy one.
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Stop. Take a breath. And allow yourself to just be, without racing.
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