In this episode, we'll peek at why scrolling isn't a "willpower" problem, but an exploitation of your brain's reward systems (kinda like slot machines!). We'll cover the neuroscience behind the prefrontal cortex "battling" dopamine loops, and how stress makes it worse. We'll also talk about practical strategies that actually WORK with your brain's design, so you can ditch any guilt and reclaim control. . . . oh hi & welcome to “Not Entirely Unlike Tea” – i’m christine collins & i love...
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In this episode, we'll peek at why scrolling isn't a "willpower" problem, but an exploitation of your brain's reward systems (kinda like slot machines!). We'll cover the neuroscience behind the prefrontal cortex "battling" dopamine loops, and how stress makes it worse. We'll also talk about practical strategies that actually WORK with your brain's design, so you can ditch any guilt and reclaim control. . . . oh hi & welcome to “Not Entirely Unlike Tea” – i’m christine collins & i love...
Does focusing on breathing make your anxiety worse? Neuroscience perspectives & tips
Not Entirely Unlike Tea
7 minutes
5 months ago
Does focusing on breathing make your anxiety worse? Neuroscience perspectives & tips
In this episode, we'll peek at why breathing exercises can sometimes make certain people feel worse instead of better (it does not mean you or your nervous system are "broken!"). We'll talk about the neuroscience behind why forced breathing patterns can backfire for some brains in some scenarios, and look at what actually works when traditional "just breathe" advice doesn't. . . . oh hi & welcome to “Not Entirely Unlike Tea” – i’m christine collins & i love reflecting on mindset...
Not Entirely Unlike Tea
In this episode, we'll peek at why scrolling isn't a "willpower" problem, but an exploitation of your brain's reward systems (kinda like slot machines!). We'll cover the neuroscience behind the prefrontal cortex "battling" dopamine loops, and how stress makes it worse. We'll also talk about practical strategies that actually WORK with your brain's design, so you can ditch any guilt and reclaim control. . . . oh hi & welcome to “Not Entirely Unlike Tea” – i’m christine collins & i love...
