Tag: oxytocin vs dopamine
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Analyzing the deep meaning associated with this quote
Let us analyze the deep meaning behind the following iconic quote of Simon Sinek: “Excitement comes from the achievement. Fulfillment comes from the journey that got you there.” Excitement is like an addiction that can be stimulated by attainment of short term targets and results in a shot of dopamine.This is never long lived though…
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Understanding differences between “Charisma” and “Energy”
Charisma comes from a CLARITY of WHY.A charismatic leader has a clear sense of VISION and a JUST CAUSE in mind.It comes from absolute conviction in an IDEAL bigger than oneself. Energy in contrast comes from a GOOD NIGHT’s SLEEP or lots of caffeine.Energy can EXCITE. Only Charisma can INSPIRE.Charisma commands LOYALTY whereas Energy does…
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Short lived “Excitement” Or Long term “Fulfillment” – Which to choose?
Finding excitement comes from the win , hitting the goal , getting the promotion.It is indeed a hit of DOPAMINE The real fulfillment comes from looking back and seeing all the people who rooted for us , helped us and put their reputations in line for us.This is the true OXYTOCIN driven long lasting joy…
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Excitement or Fulfillment?
Winning the award is exciting and results in a “dopamine” shot The real “oxytocin” driven fulfillment comes from looking back and seeing all the people who rooted for us , helped us , put their reputation in line for us & believed in us Adopted from Simon Sinek’s book titled “Together is Better”
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Unlike “dopamine” , “oxytocin” stimulation needs a human touch
Dopamine is an addictive chemical that flows in our veins when we are motivated , rewarded etc.This is like an addiction and is short lived. Consumption of alcohol , drugs or addictive substances or even “social media” as well can stimulate dopamine to flow though our veins.Though this gives us pleasure but it is short…
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Why we cannot trick “Oxytocin”?
Oxytocin is the fulfillment chemical which flows through our veins when we achieve fulfillment by selfless deeds. Hitting short term , selfish targets cannot generate “Oxytocin”.At best it is a shot of “dopamine”. This brings us to the following wonderful quote from Simon Sinek , adopted from the book titled “Together is Better”. “The value…
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Why building relationships in a workplace stand out?
Adopted from Simon Sinek’s book titled , “Together is Better” Finding excitement at work from events such as meeting a goal , getting a promotion result in a hit of the addictive chemical named “dopamine” which is short lived , temporary. Building trusting relations , quality of such relationships that help us overcome every obstacle…