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Apr 2025
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How to Fix Burnout & Overstimulation — T...

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Dr. Anna Lembke, psychiatrist and addiction specialist, explains how dopamine affects motivation, addiction, and anxiety — and shares science-backed strategies to find balance in a world of instant gratification. Read her book here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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