Hope you enjoyed this video gang. If you want more help with procrastination and to start taking meaningful action on your biggest goals every day, check out Productivity Lab here: go.productivitylab.com/tjdopamine/yt
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@@Cholaspen In my case, I have turned off notifications and uninstalled Instagram and TikTok since they are the apps that generate the most dopamine for me. I only stayed with RUclips, I think it is gentler on my brain and I love it.
I haven't listened to music in anywhere in public, including on public transport or on walks, for years. I stopped doing it nearly ten years ago because I started becoming very anxious not being aware of my surroundings. Now, I honestly think it's a game changer for me. Sure, it was "boring" at first but I can't remember the last time I felt bored doing it. It makes doing things like going to the gym (something I do without music too) much more mindful and intentional. More recently, when I tried to make an effort to use my phone and social media less, it felt much easier as a result. Honestly I can't recommend taking your headphones off and just trying out the world without Doja Cat in your ears more - though I appreciate it's hard to get started. That said, I don't think I could give up music on flights that are over 2 hours long, that's too far even for me
This is such a great idea, thanks Ellie. Maybe this is why I feel so disconnected from the world sometimes, like I’m living in a dream, it’s the headphones!
This is sooo interesting. I started doing this as well recently and I thought perhaps I was overthinking it, but I just think there something to not having your mind occupied by externalities all the time. It has allowed my brain to think a lot more and come up with creative solutions or even just manage my thoughts when I feel anxious
This is a thing of my Status. Sometimes if i am very low, it is better to keep too much impressions away. Then i can go groceries shopping and come home calm. Without i would be stressed Out and very very tired. So i better stay in my headphone world. On other days it is time to interact more with the world around me and to hear and feel it. Then i get Joy from the Things i See and hear around me. Smiles, the scy, colours,...
OMG Ali. This was amazing. I am a 47 year old mum of 18 year old who is struggling with lack of motivation. It’s been so difficult watching him struggle. He is a bright, sweet natured lovely young lad. He in fact introduced me to your channel. You are making such a difference to young people’s lives as an influencer and mentor. Keep up the good work!
Tell your 18 y/o to get disciplined and stop searching for motivation. Motivation can only get you so far, but discipline is what keeps you going. Tell your son to not get lost in the world of productivity RUclips videos, because it's very easy to fall into the trap of feeling fulfilled after watching another person do what YOU should be doing.
unfortunately everything he says is just theory. there is zero scientific evidence to prove anything he says. if you don’t believe me go ask your doctor to measure your dopamine levels in your brain.
I've been trying very hard to avoid my phone and staying away from anything that is addictive. Some days I accidentally regress backwards, but on the days I stay away from my phone, it's like a breath of fresh air. Sometimes it becomes a bit of a contradiction when I think back to the day before where I was so full of energy and felt great versus the sensation of rotting. I can't express how important it is to maintain this and I'm glad this video explained it even further
Funny you mention singing with a group - singing in a choir filled my cup like nothing else. I'm not an phenomenal singer by any means, but I experienced such moments of pure joy and euphoria. Sounds mad, but with the right group, it made me so happy, and really enriched my life. Highly recommend, but again, the right choir is vital!
It’s gotten to the point where I have to sit and watch a movie while alternating between TikTok and candy crush to not feel withdrawal symptoms. It’s driving me insane
It's alarming how much we've become over reliant on the dopamine hits. For comfort, convenience, and the shiny objects we've been trained to throw away our dreams, our goals, and just settle for consumerism.
In German there is a saying: „Erst die Arbeit, dann das Vergnügen“ - „First work, then pleasure“. I always thought it to be outdated, from a time of hardship and German discipline. It seems, there is more to it than I thought ;) A very interesting contribution, thanks! From experience, I can agree to everything. Your points and examples made me realise that I actually know how dopamine feels in my body. It‘s quite motivating.
I rarely post comments on RUclips, but this video is extremely good and I think, rather than doomscrolling, many millions of people should watch this video and realize that they have a problem and that they have the power to change their behavior
One thing that has worked for me (which falls in the phone fasting category) is taking my dog for a walk immediately after I wake up. So literally, roll out of bed, put shoes on, leash him up, and get outside. It puts space between me and all the "normal" distractions that get in the way of a good morning. I get a good walk in, and then when I am home, the phone doesn't really feel enticing at all. Thankfully my dog is a good sport too because if he didn't want to get up I'd be in trouble 😅
I try to do this too and on the days I do, it makes SUCH a difference to my mood and my focus, it's amazing how something so simple can totally change the trajectory of your day!
RUclips has changed my life, and I have to say that being a RUclipsr is almost like running a business. You always need to give your viewers what they want. You can't become complacent at any moment. At the end of the day, toughest part is definitely starting your channel and growing it up to the point you become successful (and honestly if I haven't used a lot of famester, I would have quit a long time ago. It was a proper game-changer for me, and once you become successful it is a great tool to control algorithm).
I accidentally did this when my phone got so short on storage, so I deleted snapchat and instagram. I love yt though, but this content is way more helpful than scrolling. Like asmr & docs! Also what helped me is to be disgusted at the greedy companies who just want all my time, data to sell for profit and sell me personalised ads, they want all of your time! Fight for your own time and life
Oh my god. I watched you so I didn't have to read Atomic Habit for my PhD a few years ago (thanks for the summary) and now I fell into Ali Abdaal rabbit hole. Now I have to get off my phone, and now I watched your 5 Productivity things to do without doom scrolling... I am officially addicted to your voice. Nice come back from the skin care routine. Congrats on your success.
Hey Ali! I had a suggestion that you could include in your video. When it comes to talking about your sponsors, lets take the current one for example - Productivity Lab, I think including a detailed little tid bit about why it works would significantly help convey its effectiveness. So for example, with Productivity Lab, you could tell us from a biological perspective why productivity lab helps students - what happens in the brain when you work with other people that increases your productivity so much and helps you get started and successful? It would enrich the results of the product by telling us how those results came about to be. Just some food for thought!
10 years ago in my early 20s I went through a horrible year in my life where I "rotted" before it was spoken about. I became very depressed and agoraphobic. I could come to my front door, then I'd get so afraid and anxious that I'd crawl back into my home and try to forget that I was throwing away my education and social life. It was horrible. I don't know how I got through it. I'm glad girls are talking about this online, perhaps they will fare better than I did.
So thankful bro, ur fr helping me to change my life and habits, I’ve watched like 3-4 videos of you and all of them have been useful, imma watch more of your content
This video came out just at the right time, I had already stepped back from every social media this whole year and I only had Reddit installed and told myself that it is "helpful" but today I got rid of it finally! Now it's time to add new stuff in place of those habits. Thank you
Just recently I had the success of pushing past the mental block and find enjoyment on the other side. I’m working to start a RUclips channel and defining my audience has been a challenge. But with the help of the 5 Hour RUclipsr course and some time, I climbed the hill and about 20 minutes in began the joyful ride to shaping and moving toward my goal. Thanks for sharing what is happening in the brain and the encouragement to push through the hard into the reward!
This has helped me understand dopamine better than anything else! So powerful, helpful, and actionable! THANK YOU! Been a fan, got the book, grateful for your work!
Growth is unlocked when you understand life is about pain-pleasure balance. You can't make gains at the gym without putting in the work. You can't get dopamine without doing something difficult. You can't get lost in your music if you don't first sit down and practice at the piano. Everything is a give and take.
I needed this so much! Thank you. I’m struggling so much and can’t wait for the rest of the series. I actually understood everything u had to say and it really got me going
i used opal to help me stop using social media, i find that the only way to get over an addiction is to substitute it with a new one. this is because we are always looking for something to keep our minds busy
Thank you Ali! Nice video. I saved it in one of my folders. In these years i add in my everyday life habits such as: Meditation, reading, listening good music, talk with new people when i have the possibility and others... I think that it is important to find pleasure again in the small things. Now that i'm in Australia and travelling the world, i'm trying to understand what i really want from my life and these good habits are helping me a lot.
Hi Ali, your work has been very helpful to me. Thank you so much for what you do. I am excited that I started my quarterly quests and weekly priorities today and also set up journaling formats for the morning manifestos and weekly check-ins. I thought I'd take a look at this video too (if I watch too many though, I get too many ideas to implement 😅). About this content...it's interesting that dopamine is released after doing a challenging task, and you spoke to how it has to be a flow/balance. When you mentioned stress surrounding a task, it perked my ears, because this is a hurtle for me. I tend to take much longer to complete activities than I anticipate, so often when I accomplish something or make progress, my mood drops because it wasn't in the "right" time-frame or I'm not satisfied with my execution the way I had hoped. It makes every activity a potential disappointment and wrecks my motivation. Do you have any suggestions for this issue? I picked up on the idea of pairing down, and this will help, but I'm not sure what to do about the part where I'm so hard on myself. What do you think?
This is interesting. In one of my videos, I explained my experience trying 'phone fasting' without knowing that this was what the term was called. It is definitely an enlightening experience. I will take your advice to try to incorporate this as a regular practice in my daily routine.
I absolutely love the HomeKong lights in the back! Had so many life changing experiences in HK, I hope you have the best time and experiences whilst you're there too
It was really mind blowing when i heard about find your flow. Because just the previous day before watching this video, I heard about the "Flow state" in Blue Lock anime ep 5 with the same words. All the information in this video is really amazing as well
wow this is the best and most relatable life advice i've heard in my life. i genuinely can relate to everything in this video (excitedly awaiting the next vid). Also great vid idea man
Hi, I just want to say Thank You for every inspiring video you post in you YT channel. After watching your videos, I have started become more productive and my dopamine has increased. Keep inspiring and motivating
hello Ali i have been watching you for 2 years. I've seen so many videos on youtube but i have very few favorite channels and you are one of them. I've learnt so many things from here.thank you so much
Porn addiction, weed and junk food and poor sleep were pretty much all the things giving me brain fog. Once I stop doing all of these my brain fog is pretty much gone! I also found that fixing vitamin and mineral deficiencies along with taking a Omega 3 supplement help a lot too. The rest is my diet, low carb throughout the day, high carb for workouts and strenuous activity. Drink plenty of water too!
Hey Everyone 🤠 Find the parts that interest you: 0:00 - Introduction to dopamine and addiction 1:10 - Overview of the four brain chemicals 2:24 - Importance of morning actions for motivation 4:49 - Healthy dopamine actions explained 7:18 - Introduction to phone fasting technique 8:20 - Morning actions to boost dopamine levels 9:50 - Finding your flow state for dopamine 12:57 - Cold water immersion increases dopamine levels 15:00 - Experiencing pain increases dopamine release 16:57 - Spend time in nature to find purpose Chat with videos via Bumpups 🌲
Thank you for creating this 4 part series. I really enjoyed the first one and the subjects discussed and ideas to help curtail the issues around dopamine. Take Care.
Wow! this is awesome! I am so looking forward for the rest of this series. I’m such such a nerd when it comes to brain science. And yes, I read the dopamine nation, a couple of months ago, really good book. Right now I’m making some financial decisions so I can join productivity Lab, sounds awesome!
Hamza has been correct about this all the time and I feel that the world is slowly starting to realize that there is something awfully wrong with the systems we have put faith in. Looking forward to other parts of the series!
As a mom who does let her children have occasional screen time, this video really made it click for me how the screens are hurting my kids brains. Everyone says it, but never a why that actually made logical/biological sense instead of just judgement. Boredom increases dopamine! It literally IS good for kids to be bored! Time for more “music only” days as I call them! And for me too.
I was shocked when you said that the first 3 things we should do in the morning are brush our teeth, wash our face with cold water and make our beds, because these are my first 3 things I do in the mornig. Now I know where I get my motivation for the day from!
Bro this tech giants have fair share on this! They need to offer us to opt-out to shortform contents. It's freakin everywhere you can't escape it. Big creators need to advocate for this to keep youtube healthy.
@@emilyb5557 Thanks for the advice bud. Also just wanted to tell you that they have event last month they are shipping "show fewer short" feature before end of year. But your suggestion will do for now.
What’s really helped me not use my phone for period before bed and after waking up is an Apple Watch. Yes, maybe ideally, we don’t use technology at all in these periods, but it’s just so good because you can listen to audiobooks and music from it and also you’re never really staring at its screen for long
Excellent video and looking forward to the rest of this series. As someone who relies on their phone to run a business and advertise on socials, I find it so hard to keep dopamine in balance with how these apps target and distract you from your goals. Staying focused and having goals is so much more important than it used to be not just for success, but to keep yourself from spiraling out of control and into depression.
Only thing harder than finding a life mission is finding the next one after you achieve it. In 2022 I got 90% of what I wanted in life (dream girl, married, emigrated, great job) and since then in the absence of the Dream™ I've slid into overweight, unmotivated and addicted to junk media.
RESETTING your mind is a GAME-CHANGER! 🧠✨ Small habits can spark BIG transformations. Prioritizing mental WELL-BEING and reducing unnecessary stimulants can shift our perspective, energy, and focus. Consistency is KEY-let's stay committed to this JOURNEY of growth! 🔄💪
Thank you for your videos Ali!! They've been super encouraging especially during my PhD journey. And no I'm not a bot, just didn't change my screen name handle haha Keep up the great work!!! Been a subscriber for years
Oh man, I just started listening to the podcast. It was funny seeing this pop up and realizing for once I actually knew what it was about beforehand! Really good talk though, I always love these kind of things because, even if you _know_ something, it's helpful to hear it again and get it internalized a little bit more. I really liked the tips for just starting your morning - it's not uncommon for someone to say you should just get started, don't look at your phone, etc etc, but for some reason having it framed against the backdrop of dopamine and motivation really makes it click. I definitely have never made a habit of choosing a harder path and idk, maybe I should try.
Do not enjoy that not aligned with your values. That and applying simple kindness to everyone and everything just might be my two favorite life heuristics.
Having a morning routine with meditation, making my bed, and gratitude journaling helps me a lot. However, I feel the struggle to start a task so much, which makes me procrastinate leaving the house or starting work once my morning routine is over. It's especially hard with my content creation. I will film videos I feel excited about but the funnel starts at the editing stage, and even when I overcome that, I face the same difficult thoughts when it comes to posting, thinking it's the wrong moment or the wrong post for that moment or that it's bad etc. Do you have any suggestions for those (task switching and overcoming those doubts)?
I think the best way for human beings to move forward to be in an equilibrium state of mind and having a substantial self awareness that comes to them naturally without so much of struggle to put in the effort, is to incorporate some sort of activities like meditations, nature walks, etc., starting from primary schools, activities that very typical in monasteries or any places offering spiritual or well-being practices. These activities should be made as part of a curriculum in each and every schools and universities in the world. This will allow human beings to have a more balanced and fruitful lives, improve mental and emotional health, maintain a happy balance between technology and actual LIFE. There are many scientific research and findings showing that these activities have long lasting permanent benefits to human mind/brain. This is just my 2 cents as a corporate tech worker for 38 years of my life. 😄
Such a good video. I think men in our country are the most greatly effected by dopamine hacking. There are so many people out there that will defend porn use to the death, but I think it's one of the single biggest factors making our men unmotivated.
I have seen these kinds of videos a few times now and I wonder if this really applies to everyone? I do a lot of the "bad" stuff, like watching YT, eating unhealthy food and indulging regularly in all other kinds of "dopamine spikers". And yet, I never seem to lack motivation ... ? The rest of the time I am super busy working, doing sports, organizing and planning all kinds of aspects in my life etc. The dopamine spikers just act like a relaxant to me. I can go for a hard work-out and then work on some complex mathematical research for 8h straight, right after I spiked my dopamine. It never erodes my motivation, it has not in almost 40 years on earth. I managed to get PhD in mechanical engineering, start a company, run the company and keeping it alive, keeping very fit physically, learn a lot of "bonus" stuff as part of hobbies, such a fluency in multiple foreign languages such as English, Japanese and French, martial arts, mini skills that i pushed quite far like cooking complex things, tailoring etc. I got married, I spend good time with friends every week... I have the feeling that I was possibly just born with some lucky brain-damage, because even doing tedious and "annoying" things often give me dopamine. If I write some nerdy math software stuff I often encountered the situation that I really feel like getting a chocolate bar, but the pull to fix the bug is greater. And it's not like an "obsession" things, it's really that I just enjoy these processes so much. so I end up not getting the chocolate for hours because work feels more ... fun? This keeps happening and does not seems to dull down as I get older. And yet still I think I could not quit the "mini spikes" like candy, chocolate, other food, youtube and ****. They just naturally balance with work and other "important" things. I feel like I have no discipline, I am just lucky to love doing many many things. Can anyone relate?
So I've lived on this Earth starting like in the TV generation and working my way to the internet era and now social media and smartphones. The main thing I've learned from this so far is how the dopamine is created and how that it's consumed. But the last thing I need or want is for someone that's so much younger than I am, to tell me not to unlock my cell phone, and use something else as an alarm clock. So from my perspective you told me how the dopamine is created and how it is used up, in red headlong from their tried to change everything, including the way that I live. I will take the first part of the video and then leave the rest to everyone else.😊
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Hope you enjoyed this video gang. If you want more help with procrastination and to start taking meaningful action on your biggest goals every day, check out Productivity Lab here: go.productivitylab.com/tjdopamine/yt
King Babar>>>Chokli+Sachin
Asif Ali>>>Rohit+Dhobi
So, Asif Ali is the new FATHER of Lundianssss 💪🤣 55* (14) Vs. Lundiansssss 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Hong Kong's six tournament is fantastic 🤩
King Babar>>>Chokli+Dhobi+Sachin
I got your book and I think the best I ever read on the topic of productivity 👍
@@aliabdaal sir I'm your big fan
I would love to join the lab but alas I can’t afford it
Meditation and avoiding my phone 95% of the day has been a game changer for me.
So true like sometimes u feel that the thing which is shattering ur life is just phone
Btw I hope we all have that game changer instrument
How do you avoid your phone? Just put it in a separate room or airplane mode or something?
Yoga Nidra to close the open tabs in our brains
@@Cholaspen In my case, I have turned off notifications and uninstalled Instagram and TikTok since they are the apps that generate the most dopamine for me. I only stayed with RUclips, I think it is gentler on my brain and I love it.
Would you mind describing your meditation practice to me please?
The more details the better
I haven't listened to music in anywhere in public, including on public transport or on walks, for years. I stopped doing it nearly ten years ago because I started becoming very anxious not being aware of my surroundings. Now, I honestly think it's a game changer for me. Sure, it was "boring" at first but I can't remember the last time I felt bored doing it. It makes doing things like going to the gym (something I do without music too) much more mindful and intentional. More recently, when I tried to make an effort to use my phone and social media less, it felt much easier as a result. Honestly I can't recommend taking your headphones off and just trying out the world without Doja Cat in your ears more - though I appreciate it's hard to get started. That said, I don't think I could give up music on flights that are over 2 hours long, that's too far even for me
This is such a great idea, thanks Ellie. Maybe this is why I feel so disconnected from the world sometimes, like I’m living in a dream, it’s the headphones!
This is sooo interesting. I started doing this as well recently and I thought perhaps I was overthinking it, but I just think there something to not having your mind occupied by externalities all the time. It has allowed my brain to think a lot more and come up with creative solutions or even just manage my thoughts when I feel anxious
This is a thing of my Status. Sometimes if i am very low, it is better to keep too much impressions away. Then i can go groceries shopping and come home calm. Without i would be stressed Out and very very tired. So i better stay in my headphone world. On other days it is time to interact more with the world around me and to hear and feel it. Then i get Joy from the Things i See and hear around me. Smiles, the scy, colours,...
OMG Ali. This was amazing. I am a 47 year old mum of 18 year old who is struggling with lack of motivation. It’s been so difficult watching him struggle. He is a bright, sweet natured lovely young lad. He in fact introduced me to your channel. You are making such a difference to young people’s lives as an influencer and mentor. Keep up the good work!
❤❤❤
Tell your 18 y/o to get disciplined and stop searching for motivation. Motivation can only get you so far, but discipline is what keeps you going. Tell your son to not get lost in the world of productivity RUclips videos, because it's very easy to fall into the trap of feeling fulfilled after watching another person do what YOU should be doing.
unfortunately everything he says is just theory. there is zero scientific evidence to prove anything he says. if you don’t believe me go ask your doctor to measure your dopamine levels in your brain.
@@nonsoottih7405 wish I knew this at 18.
@@AFeminineHeartin oeoc
I've been trying very hard to avoid my phone and staying away from anything that is addictive. Some days I accidentally regress backwards, but on the days I stay away from my phone, it's like a breath of fresh air. Sometimes it becomes a bit of a contradiction when I think back to the day before where I was so full of energy and felt great versus the sensation of rotting. I can't express how important it is to maintain this and I'm glad this video explained it even further
Funny you mention singing with a group - singing in a choir filled my cup like nothing else. I'm not an phenomenal singer by any means, but I experienced such moments of pure joy and euphoria. Sounds mad, but with the right group, it made me so happy, and really enriched my life. Highly recommend, but again, the right choir is vital!
It’s gotten to the point where I have to sit and watch a movie while alternating between TikTok and candy crush to not feel withdrawal symptoms. It’s driving me insane
Same 😢
maybe you're already insane and you just don't know it yet?
Delete all apps. At first it is pain but then it feels wonderful
Why are you even on tiktok ?? Wake up maybe
@ exactly. Tik tok and snap chat are S”it😂😂😂
This is hilariously well-timed - I was searching for dopamine videos 2 hours ago and wishing you had a more recent one.
It's alarming how much we've become over reliant on the dopamine hits. For comfort, convenience, and the shiny objects we've been trained to throw away our dreams, our goals, and just settle for consumerism.
You can't be over-reliant on a neurotransmitter. Can you use your phone too much? sure. But this is not what they're suggesting.
The simplest and actionable video on dopamine, sir
In German there is a saying: „Erst die Arbeit, dann das Vergnügen“ - „First work, then pleasure“. I always thought it to be outdated, from a time of hardship and German discipline. It seems, there is more to it than I thought ;) A very interesting contribution, thanks! From experience, I can agree to everything. Your points and examples made me realise that I actually know how dopamine feels in my body. It‘s quite motivating.
I agree!!
I rarely post comments on RUclips, but this video is extremely good and I think, rather than doomscrolling, many millions of people should watch this video and realize that they have a problem and that they have the power to change their behavior
One thing that has worked for me (which falls in the phone fasting category) is taking my dog for a walk immediately after I wake up. So literally, roll out of bed, put shoes on, leash him up, and get outside. It puts space between me and all the "normal" distractions that get in the way of a good morning. I get a good walk in, and then when I am home, the phone doesn't really feel enticing at all.
Thankfully my dog is a good sport too because if he didn't want to get up I'd be in trouble 😅
My dog would hate this, hahaha 🐕
I try to do this too and on the days I do, it makes SUCH a difference to my mood and my focus, it's amazing how something so simple can totally change the trajectory of your day!
This deserves to viral - I've listened to the deep dive episode twice, absolute gold!
RUclips has changed my life, and I have to say that being a RUclipsr is almost like running a business. You always need to give your viewers what they want. You can't become complacent at any moment. At the end of the day, toughest part is definitely starting your channel and growing it up to the point you become successful (and honestly if I haven't used a lot of famester, I would have quit a long time ago. It was a proper game-changer for me, and once you become successful it is a great tool to control algorithm).
Where your vids at
I accidentally did this when my phone got so short on storage, so I deleted snapchat and instagram. I love yt though, but this content is way more helpful than scrolling. Like asmr & docs! Also what helped me is to be disgusted at the greedy companies who just want all my time, data to sell for profit and sell me personalised ads, they want all of your time! Fight for your own time and life
Oh my god. I watched you so I didn't have to read Atomic Habit for my PhD a few years ago (thanks for the summary) and now I fell into Ali Abdaal rabbit hole. Now I have to get off my phone, and now I watched your 5 Productivity things to do without doom scrolling... I am officially addicted to your voice. Nice come back from the skin care routine. Congrats on your success.
Incredible video mate! Loved shooting this with you 🤝🧠
Wow, this honestly feels like THE dopamine RUclips video. Thanks Ali!
Hey Ali! I had a suggestion that you could include in your video. When it comes to talking about your sponsors, lets take the current one for example - Productivity Lab, I think including a detailed little tid bit about why it works would significantly help convey its effectiveness. So for example, with Productivity Lab, you could tell us from a biological perspective why productivity lab helps students - what happens in the brain when you work with other people that increases your productivity so much and helps you get started and successful? It would enrich the results of the product by telling us how those results came about to be.
Just some food for thought!
10 years ago in my early 20s I went through a horrible year in my life where I "rotted" before it was spoken about. I became very depressed and agoraphobic. I could come to my front door, then I'd get so afraid and anxious that I'd crawl back into my home and try to forget that I was throwing away my education and social life. It was horrible. I don't know how I got through it. I'm glad girls are talking about this online, perhaps they will fare better than I did.
I'm a minute into this video and already feel like its going to be super impactful and helpful. Keep up the great work!
So thankful bro, ur fr helping me to change my life and habits, I’ve watched like 3-4 videos of you and all of them have been useful, imma watch more of your content
Thank you, Ali, for explaining dopamine in such a simple way and how it affects us nowadays.
One of the most succinct and process-focused videos I've ever seen on YT 🙏🏻
This video came out just at the right time, I had already stepped back from every social media this whole year and I only had Reddit installed and told myself that it is "helpful" but today I got rid of it finally! Now it's time to add new stuff in place of those habits. Thank you
Just recently I had the success of pushing past the mental block and find enjoyment on the other side. I’m working to start a RUclips channel and defining my audience has been a challenge. But with the help of the 5 Hour RUclipsr course and some time, I climbed the hill and about 20 minutes in began the joyful ride to shaping and moving toward my goal. Thanks for sharing what is happening in the brain and the encouragement to push through the hard into the reward!
Watch your videos and read your book have helped me to pass the TOEIC Listening and Reading, without the feeling of working,
Thanks for that
This has helped me understand dopamine better than anything else! So powerful, helpful, and actionable! THANK YOU! Been a fan, got the book, grateful for your work!
Growth is unlocked when you understand life is about pain-pleasure balance. You can't make gains at the gym without putting in the work. You can't get dopamine without doing something difficult. You can't get lost in your music if you don't first sit down and practice at the piano. Everything is a give and take.
I needed this so much! Thank you. I’m struggling so much and can’t wait for the rest of the series. I actually understood everything u had to say and it really got me going
i used opal to help me stop using social media, i find that the only way to get over an addiction is to substitute it with a new one. this is because we are always looking for something to keep our minds busy
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Thank you Ali! Nice video. I saved it in one of my folders. In these years i add in my everyday life habits such as: Meditation, reading, listening good music, talk with new people when i have the possibility and others... I think that it is important to find pleasure again in the small things. Now that i'm in Australia and travelling the world, i'm trying to understand what i really want from my life and these good habits are helping me a lot.
Hi Ali, your work has been very helpful to me. Thank you so much for what you do. I am excited that I started my quarterly quests and weekly priorities today and also set up journaling formats for the morning manifestos and weekly check-ins. I thought I'd take a look at this video too (if I watch too many though, I get too many ideas to implement 😅).
About this content...it's interesting that dopamine is released after doing a challenging task, and you spoke to how it has to be a flow/balance. When you mentioned stress surrounding a task, it perked my ears, because this is a hurtle for me. I tend to take much longer to complete activities than I anticipate, so often when I accomplish something or make progress, my mood drops because it wasn't in the "right" time-frame or I'm not satisfied with my execution the way I had hoped. It makes every activity a potential disappointment and wrecks my motivation. Do you have any suggestions for this issue? I picked up on the idea of pairing down, and this will help, but I'm not sure what to do about the part where I'm so hard on myself. What do you think?
The most useful video I could've come across, thank you Ali!!
This is interesting. In one of my videos, I explained my experience trying 'phone fasting' without knowing that this was what the term was called. It is definitely an enlightening experience. I will take your advice to try to incorporate this as a regular practice in my daily routine.
I absolutely love the HomeKong lights in the back! Had so many life changing experiences in HK, I hope you have the best time and experiences whilst you're there too
It was really mind blowing when i heard about find your flow. Because just the previous day before watching this video, I heard about the "Flow state" in Blue Lock anime ep 5 with the same words. All the information in this video is really amazing as well
The fact that nobody talks about the book Dopamine Enigma Unveiled, speaks volumes about how people are stuck in a trance.
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wow this is the best and most relatable life advice i've heard in my life. i genuinely can relate to everything in this video (excitedly awaiting the next vid). Also great vid idea man
Hi, I just want to say Thank You for every inspiring video you post in you YT channel. After watching your videos, I have started become more productive and my dopamine has increased. Keep inspiring and motivating
Thank you Ali! You are the best to watch in a flow state!
hello Ali i have been watching you for 2 years. I've seen so many videos on youtube but i have very few favorite channels and you are one of them.
I've learnt so many things from here.thank you so much
Thanks for this! I've just listened to a podcast by Andrew Huberman on dopamine.
Porn addiction, weed and junk food and poor sleep were pretty much all the things giving me brain fog. Once I stop doing all of these my brain fog is pretty much gone! I also found that fixing vitamin and mineral deficiencies along with taking a Omega 3 supplement help a lot too.
The rest is my diet, low carb throughout the day, high carb for workouts and strenuous activity. Drink plenty of water too!
This was one of the best Podcast Episodes I ever listened to on your Podcast, Ali ❤
Is there anyone in the whole world, explain this concept in such a way. amazing ❤❤
I love this. I’ve been passionate about the DOSE chemicals for 6 years now
Hey Everyone 🤠
Find the parts that interest you:
0:00 - Introduction to dopamine and addiction
1:10 - Overview of the four brain chemicals
2:24 - Importance of morning actions for motivation
4:49 - Healthy dopamine actions explained
7:18 - Introduction to phone fasting technique
8:20 - Morning actions to boost dopamine levels
9:50 - Finding your flow state for dopamine
12:57 - Cold water immersion increases dopamine levels
15:00 - Experiencing pain increases dopamine release
16:57 - Spend time in nature to find purpose
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Dear Ali, this was really helpful. Thank you so much for putting this video up. it gave me a clear road map.
Thank you for creating this 4 part series. I really enjoyed the first one and the subjects discussed and ideas to help curtail the issues around dopamine. Take Care.
Thank you soo much ali for u slow your vocabulary speed.. this is amazing ❤
Wow! this is awesome! I am so looking forward for the rest of this series. I’m such such a nerd when it comes to brain science.
And yes, I read the dopamine nation, a couple of months ago, really good book.
Right now I’m making some financial decisions so I can join productivity Lab, sounds awesome!
Hi! Thank you. This video helped me and I look forward to the series!
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Thanks for this, helpful three steps: distraction fasting, purposeful flow state, and cold showers as a way to do what we do not want to.
As a content creator I should thank you for your inputs, it's definitely helping me to grow my channel ❤ Thank you 😊
Hamza has been correct about this all the time and I feel that the world is slowly starting to realize that there is something awfully wrong with the systems we have put faith in. Looking forward to other parts of the series!
17:20 just sitting there alone with my thoughts. Brilliant
Wow Ali this video is amazing! Haven’t had a piece of content cut through for me like this in a long time ✨
1. Phone fasting
2. Find your flow
3. Cold water immersion
4. Find your primary pursuit
As a mom who does let her children have occasional screen time, this video really made it click for me how the screens are hurting my kids brains. Everyone says it, but never a why that actually made logical/biological sense instead of just judgement. Boredom increases dopamine! It literally IS good for kids to be bored! Time for more “music only” days as I call them! And for me too.
Thank you for this. I'm going to try so hard to put these into practice 🙏
as always perfect , you helped me a lot in every area of my life
Ali Abdaal the treasure of youtube! Thank you for the amazing and sensible content. Cheers from Bengaluru India 🇮🇳
I was shocked when you said that the first 3 things we should do in the morning are brush our teeth, wash our face with cold water and make our beds, because these are my first 3 things I do in the mornig. Now I know where I get my motivation for the day from!
It is beautiful to put off the phone and jot anything in the mind with a pen and a paper notebook. 🌟
Bro this tech giants have fair share on this!
They need to offer us to opt-out to shortform contents. It's freakin everywhere you can't escape it.
Big creators need to advocate for this to keep youtube healthy.
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Also just wanted to tell you that they have event last month they are shipping "show fewer short" feature before end of year.
But your suggestion will do for now.
What’s really helped me not use my phone for period before bed and after waking up is an Apple Watch. Yes, maybe ideally, we don’t use technology at all in these periods, but it’s just so good because you can listen to audiobooks and music from it and also you’re never really staring at its screen for long
Excellent video and looking forward to the rest of this series. As someone who relies on their phone to run a business and advertise on socials, I find it so hard to keep dopamine in balance with how these apps target and distract you from your goals. Staying focused and having goals is so much more important than it used to be not just for success, but to keep yourself from spiraling out of control and into depression.
"Move my body" after waking up is the biggest take-away from this video. Thank You!
Only thing harder than finding a life mission is finding the next one after you achieve it.
In 2022 I got 90% of what I wanted in life (dream girl, married, emigrated, great job) and since then in the absence of the Dream™ I've slid into overweight, unmotivated and addicted to junk media.
RESETTING your mind is a GAME-CHANGER! 🧠✨ Small habits can spark BIG transformations. Prioritizing mental WELL-BEING and reducing unnecessary stimulants can shift our perspective, energy, and focus. Consistency is KEY-let's stay committed to this JOURNEY of growth! 🔄💪
Thank you for your videos Ali!! They've been super encouraging especially during my PhD journey. And no I'm not a bot, just didn't change my screen name handle haha Keep up the great work!!! Been a subscriber for years
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Amazing content🚀I also enjoyed the podcast with Tj a lot, which motivated my video this week.
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Oh man, I just started listening to the podcast. It was funny seeing this pop up and realizing for once I actually knew what it was about beforehand!
Really good talk though, I always love these kind of things because, even if you _know_ something, it's helpful to hear it again and get it internalized a little bit more. I really liked the tips for just starting your morning - it's not uncommon for someone to say you should just get started, don't look at your phone, etc etc, but for some reason having it framed against the backdrop of dopamine and motivation really makes it click. I definitely have never made a habit of choosing a harder path and idk, maybe I should try.
love it! this will be one of my future references for resetting my focus!
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Great video Ali! Very informative I even took some notes. Excited for the rest of the series!
Do not enjoy that not aligned with your values.
That and applying simple kindness to everyone and everything just might be my two favorite life heuristics.
The medical explanations - which were given in a very digestible format - were very nice in this video. Appreciate the style!
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Having a morning routine with meditation, making my bed, and gratitude journaling helps me a lot. However, I feel the struggle to start a task so much, which makes me procrastinate leaving the house or starting work once my morning routine is over. It's especially hard with my content creation. I will film videos I feel excited about but the funnel starts at the editing stage, and even when I overcome that, I face the same difficult thoughts when it comes to posting, thinking it's the wrong moment or the wrong post for that moment or that it's bad etc. Do you have any suggestions for those (task switching and overcoming those doubts)?
I think the best way for human beings to move forward to be in an equilibrium state of mind and having a substantial self awareness that comes to them naturally without so much of struggle to put in the effort, is to incorporate some sort of activities like meditations, nature walks, etc., starting from primary schools, activities that very typical in monasteries or any places offering spiritual or well-being practices. These activities should be made as part of a curriculum in each and every schools and universities in the world. This will allow human beings to have a more balanced and fruitful lives, improve mental and emotional health, maintain a happy balance between technology and actual LIFE. There are many scientific research and findings showing that these activities have long lasting permanent benefits to human mind/brain. This is just my 2 cents as a corporate tech worker for 38 years of my life. 😄
Exactly the video I needed, thank you so much
Such a good video. I think men in our country are the most greatly effected by dopamine hacking. There are so many people out there that will defend porn use to the death, but I think it's one of the single biggest factors making our men unmotivated.
Great video! Will definitely be using some of these techniques!
I have seen these kinds of videos a few times now and I wonder if this really applies to everyone? I do a lot of the "bad" stuff, like watching YT, eating unhealthy food and indulging regularly in all other kinds of "dopamine spikers". And yet, I never seem to lack motivation ... ? The rest of the time I am super busy working, doing sports, organizing and planning all kinds of aspects in my life etc. The dopamine spikers just act like a relaxant to me. I can go for a hard work-out and then work on some complex mathematical research for 8h straight, right after I spiked my dopamine. It never erodes my motivation, it has not in almost 40 years on earth. I managed to get PhD in mechanical engineering, start a company, run the company and keeping it alive, keeping very fit physically, learn a lot of "bonus" stuff as part of hobbies, such a fluency in multiple foreign languages such as English, Japanese and French, martial arts, mini skills that i pushed quite far like cooking complex things, tailoring etc. I got married, I spend good time with friends every week... I have the feeling that I was possibly just born with some lucky brain-damage, because even doing tedious and "annoying" things often give me dopamine. If I write some nerdy math software stuff I often encountered the situation that I really feel like getting a chocolate bar, but the pull to fix the bug is greater. And it's not like an "obsession" things, it's really that I just enjoy these processes so much. so I end up not getting the chocolate for hours because work feels more ... fun? This keeps happening and does not seems to dull down as I get older. And yet still I think I could not quit the "mini spikes" like candy, chocolate, other food, youtube and ****. They just naturally balance with work and other "important" things. I feel like I have no discipline, I am just lucky to love doing many many things. Can anyone relate?
So this is why I have always felt more productive after morning runs!
Excited about this series. Great video 👏
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Thank you, this video is so helpful! Also, I love listening to Pirates of the Caribbean when studying!
So excited for this 4 Part Series
So I've lived on this Earth starting like in the TV generation and working my way to the internet era and now social media and smartphones. The main thing I've learned from this so far is how the dopamine is created and how that it's consumed. But the last thing I need or want is for someone that's so much younger than I am, to tell me not to unlock my cell phone, and use something else as an alarm clock.
So from my perspective you told me how the dopamine is created and how it is used up, in red headlong from their tried to change everything, including the way that I live.
I will take the first part of the video and then leave the rest to everyone else.😊