Why do we keep reaching for more—but never feel truly satisfied? In this episode of Sofia Unfiltered, Riley Rees is joined by physicist, screenwriter, and bestselling author Michael Long to unpack the brain science behind distraction, impulse, and the constant craving for “something more.” Based on his new book Taming the Molecule of More, Michael explains how dopamine drives anticipation—not happiness—and why modern life is overstimulating our brains in ways that leave us anxious, scattered...
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Why do we keep reaching for more—but never feel truly satisfied? In this episode of Sofia Unfiltered, Riley Rees is joined by physicist, screenwriter, and bestselling author Michael Long to unpack the brain science behind distraction, impulse, and the constant craving for “something more.” Based on his new book Taming the Molecule of More, Michael explains how dopamine drives anticipation—not happiness—and why modern life is overstimulating our brains in ways that leave us anxious, scattered...
Effective Strategies to Manage ADHD: Expert Tips with Kelly Baumgartner EP 61
Sofia Unfiltered
35 minutes
7 months ago
Effective Strategies to Manage ADHD: Expert Tips with Kelly Baumgartner EP 61
In this episode, Kelly Baumgartner joins Riley Rees to discuss her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD at 30 and how it reshaped her understanding of herself. She shares insights on the challenges of late diagnosis, the stigma surrounding ADHD in adults—especially women—and the strategies that have helped her navigate life with greater clarity. From practical tools like external accountability and body doubling to the importance of self-compassion, Kelly offers valuable perspectives on wo...
Sofia Unfiltered
Why do we keep reaching for more—but never feel truly satisfied? In this episode of Sofia Unfiltered, Riley Rees is joined by physicist, screenwriter, and bestselling author Michael Long to unpack the brain science behind distraction, impulse, and the constant craving for “something more.” Based on his new book Taming the Molecule of More, Michael explains how dopamine drives anticipation—not happiness—and why modern life is overstimulating our brains in ways that leave us anxious, scattered...
