I am listening to an audio book called, “The Molecule of More” by Dr. Daniel Lieberman and Michael Long. It’s about Dopamine and how it affects our lives. One section explained (I am horribly paraphrasing) that we tend to release more dopamine in anticipating the task rather than actually doing the task. I am queen of this. I get really excited thinking about these great ideas and ways I can help others through what I have learned, but when it comes to actually getting it there, I really suck. I don’t even know why because I truly enjoy it. Maybe it’s the fear that no one will read anything and not care at all. BUT TODAY, I am trying! I just updated my “Resources” section to include some of the TED talks that helped me become mentally and physically better as a person. If you’re into TED talks and mental health, you’re welcome! If not, try a few and see if you like them. Thank you!
A Challenge for the readers… If you are out there!
Published by Ashden Smith
My purpose dawned on me when I had left an abusive relationship after five years. I began writing about everything I had gone through and my struggles to rebuild my life. Once I started working in mental health, I realized how my story and the research I had conducted impacted and helped, not only the patients I was working with, but also my coworkers and friends. I hope the information and research I share will continue to pay it forward and help many more individuals living with the monsters inside their heads. View more posts
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