Build Dopamine Without Sugar: novelty, mastery, and micro‑celebrations
It’s 2am. Your thumb scrolls mindlessly through an endless feed of videos, memes, and carefully curated highlight reels. Each swipe … Read more
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Temporal Distancing: time‑travel questions that shrink today’s craving power
We live in a world that’s constantly buzzing. Notifications ping, feeds refresh, and there’s always something new to see or … Read more
Set Rumination Limits: timers, parking lots, and return‑to‑life rituals
We all get stuck in our heads sometimes, right? Like a broken record, certain thoughts just keep playing over and … Read more
Anticipatory Guidance Before Stressful Days: premortem, minimums, and end‑caps
Planning for the unknown is tough, right? Especially when you’re trying to get something new off the ground. We often … Read more
Social Scripting for Buffets and Potlucks: 12 phrases and plate strategies
Going to a potluck or buffet can sometimes feel a little awkward. You’re not sure what to bring, what to … Read more
State Change Micro‑Doses: breath, posture, and temperature to reset within 90 seconds
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in a rut? You don’t need hours to reset. This article explores how simple, quick adjustments … Read more
Anticraving Cues at Home: scent, light, and layout micro‑tweaks
Ever feel like your home is working against you when you’re trying to stay on track? It’s easy to overlook, … Read more
Compassionate Exposure to “Fear Foods”: hierarchy, safety rules, and debriefing
Dealing with foods that cause anxiety, often called ‘fear foods,’ can be really tough. Traditional methods sometimes feel too intense. … Read more
Body‑Image Resilience: media audit, clothing strategy, and mirror routines
It can be tough to feel good about yourself these days, what with all the images we see everywhere. Building … Read more
Decision Latitude: widen choices without losing guardrails—menus and boundaries
Remember when careers felt like climbing a ladder? You’d get a promotion, then another, and that was pretty much it. … Read more