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Expanding on this premise means encouraging individuals to cultivate a positive self-image rooted in internal validation rather than external means. This approach counters the dopamine trap; a common struggle where individuals chase fleeting pleasures through external validation, like likes on social media, which can leave them feeling hollow.
Understanding the Dopamine Dynamic
Dopamine, often linked to pleasure-seeking behavior, must be properly harnessed to foster long-term satisfaction and self-worth. Ideally, one's primary source of dopamine should come from self-accepted actions, rather than external stimuli such as social media or substance abuse.