On days when you don't feel motivated, you may be suffering from a "dopamine deficiency.
"I just can't seem to get motivated today..."
We all have days like that, don't we? In fact, the reason behind it may have something to do with the brain chemical "dopamine ".
In this article, we will discuss the relationship between motivation and dopamine and how to naturally elicit dopamine.
The Relationship Between Motivation and Dopamine
- Dopamine is not only a "feel-good hormone" but also a "motivational hormone.
- It stimulates the brain's "reward system" and makes us feel a sense of accomplishment if we do this.
- If it is hard to get out, it is easy to feel that there is no point in doing it.
---It is also known as the "feel-good" hormone.
Situations when you are likely to feel dopamine deficient
- Lack of sleep (brain's reward system is not working properly)
- Repetition of the same tasks (lack of freshness and stimulation)
- Ongoing stress (serotonin and cortisol are prioritized)
How to get dopamine naturally
- Accumulate small accomplishments (e.g., clean off your desk)
- Provide a "change of environment" by experiencing new things or going for a walk.
- Music and rhythmic exercise (exercise stimulates dopamine release)
- Moderate intake of carbohydrates and protein (tyrosine = source of dopamine)
---Dopamine is produced by tyrosine, which is the source of dopamine.
Don't blame yourself for days when you don't feel motivated
- Just accepting that today may be a low dopamine day will make you feel better.
- Motivation is like an adjustment knob, not a switch.
- The day will come when you will be back on track.
---I'm sure the day will come when you will be back in good shape.
Summary
Motivation is not due to your personality, but to your brain mechanism. Instead of thinking "I'm not good enough to be motivated," just think "Today is Dopamine Supply Day " and your mind will lighten up.
-** "Today is Dopamine Replenishment Day.
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