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Dopamine detox for relationship: Here's how you can do it

From limiting screens to saying no to back-to-back events, here are a few ways to do Dopamine detox in relationship.

Published on: Apr 04, 2024 3:38 PM IST
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Relationships suffer when we are constantly distracted. The external stimuli can often overwhelm the brain and produce an excessive amount of Dopamine. This can make us stay busy with things that are not necessary. Instead, in order to focus ourselves back to the relationship, we need to do a Dopamine detox. "Our brains are not exactly equipped to regulate the high levels of dopamine that are often released from the overwhelming stimuli we’re exposed to daily. The never-ending distractions, swiping, scrolling, clicking, and bingeing are hurting our relationships," wrote Therapist Maria G Sosa. (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 04, 2024 3:38 PM

Relationships suffer when we are constantly distracted. The external stimuli can often overwhelm the brain and produce an excessive amount of Dopamine. This can make us stay busy with things that are not necessary. Instead, in order to focus ourselves back to the relationship, we need to do a Dopamine detox. "Our brains are not exactly equipped to regulate the high levels of dopamine that are often released from the overwhelming stimuli we’re exposed to daily. The never-ending distractions, swiping, scrolling, clicking, and bingeing are hurting our relationships," wrote Therapist Maria G Sosa. (Unsplash)

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We should set strict boundaries about the presence of screens around us. Be it at the dining table or in the bedroom, we should restrict the use of screens.  expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Apr 04, 2024 3:38 PM

We should set strict boundaries about the presence of screens around us. Be it at the dining table or in the bedroom, we should restrict the use of screens. 

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Have date nights without including alcohol. It is important to delve into conversations and intimacy without the influence of alcohol.  (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Have date nights without including alcohol. It is important to delve into conversations and intimacy without the influence of alcohol.  (Unsplash)

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Back-to-back plans and events can be very overwhelming. We should set limits to the number of events we say yes to.  (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Back-to-back plans and events can be very overwhelming. We should set limits to the number of events we say yes to.  (Unsplash)

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Netflix scroll and binge should have a limit. Instead, go out and take a walk. Or plan a trip together. It is important to connect within nature.  (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Netflix scroll and binge should have a limit. Instead, go out and take a walk. Or plan a trip together. It is important to connect within nature.  (Unsplash)

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Often online shopping can take hours. Instead, we should focus on intentional purchases. We can visit the market together with our partner and purchase things we need.  (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Often online shopping can take hours. Instead, we should focus on intentional purchases. We can visit the market together with our partner and purchase things we need.  (Unsplash)

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