Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
The Dopamine Fast Alternative
The Dopamine Fast Alternative
The Dopamine Fast Alternative
Thursday 16th March 2023
Discover how simple lifestyle changes can help reduce overstimulation and manage distress with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes on the Counselor Toolbox Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Dopamine Fast Alternative: Simple Changes for a Calmer Life
By reducing excess stimulation, we allow ourselves to learn to notice our feelings and develop the skills we need to tolerate distress.
Feeling overwhelmed by life's constant buzz? In this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes', Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes introduces a refreshing alternative to the dopamine fast. Instead of drastic measures, she suggests small lifestyle tweaks to manage overstimulation and distress. Dr. Snipes kicks things off by explaining dopamine's role in our bodies, touching on how it affects energy, cognition, impulse control, and pain modulation. She then dives into the concept of a dopamine fast and highlights its potential risks.
Rather than going cold turkey on dopamine, Dr. Snipes advocates for a more balanced approach. She emphasizes the importance of reducing excess stimulation to better understand our feelings and develop resilience against stress. Her tips are practical and easy to implement: savoring simple pleasures, creating a secure environment, and practicing mindfulness. Dr. Snipes also shares advice on managing energy levels and finding joy in everyday moments. This episode isn't about quick fixes but fostering long-term well-being through mindful living.
Tune in to learn how these small changes can make a big difference in your life.