The Dopamine Law:
The harder an action is to complete, the more dopamine it produces. On the other hand, easy actions simply consume dopamine without generating more.
If the first thing we do in the morning is check our phone or scroll through TikTok, we deplete our dopamine reserve, making it harder to stay motivated throughout the day. However, if we start our morning with a “difficult” task, we naturally boost dopamine production.
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In a world full of instant gratification, our dopamine system is constantly overstimulated, leading to burnout, lack of motivation, and difficulty focusing. Inspired by Ali Abdaal's insights, this post explores practical ways to regulate dopamine, boost motivation, and improve productivity.
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