Christian A. Rivera

DOPEamine

Health EN ↓ 460 episodes

"DOPEamine" is a journey into the world of self-coaching, where we explore how to harness the power of our head, heart, and gut wisdoms to achieve greater happiness and fulfillment. Each episode dives into practical self-coaching techniques, insights from personality frameworks, and the wisdom of systems like the Enneagram and Gene Keys. Join us as we uncover the tools and practices that can help us navigate life's challenges and tap into our true potential for a balanced, joyful life. dopeamine.substack.com

Author

Christian A. Rivera

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Health

Podcast website

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Latest episode

Oct 28, 2024

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Episodes

Outsourcing Our Artificial Intelligence 04.10.2023

What's the future of Artificial Intelligence? What does it mean for creativity? What does it mean for humans? What does it mean for our collective future? Artificial intelligence is being used to automate tasks that were previously done manually, such as content creation and design work. This allows for faster and more efficient production of templates and presentations. While AI can handle th...

Mid-80s Millennial Pathologies and Calming the Nerves 21.08.2023

I'm sharing some of my healing work around the Fearful Avoidant Attachment Style as a Millennial born in the 1980s to immigrant parents. I share how some of us are products of our parents' panic to fit into their Generation's culture and how that led to the millennial pathology of feeling like a bad person. I talk a bit about our access to the wild west of the internet at a young age and how that...

Exploring The Fearful Avoidant Attachment Style 04.08.2023

I've recently learned that I have a fearful avoidant attachment style and much has been coming out of that. On this episode I process out loud what has been coming from my learning, how that relates to my story, and where I can start to go from here. I also talk a bit about why Millennials are seeking labels so freely. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemi...

Redefining Mental Health: Exploring Philosophy and AI's Impact on Humanity 02.08.2023

Introduction Welcome back to Happy Chemicals! I'm CNote, and today I want to share my recent insights into mental health, philosophy, and the implications of artificial intelligence on humanity. Over the years, I've discussed my mental health journey, attempting to differentiate between mental illness and overall well-being. Today, I've reached a new understanding of mental health, and...

Overdoing Executive Functioning 11.07.2023

Ironically making a podcast about how I'm doing too much and burning out often. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe

Continuing the Story 29.06.2023

I've spent so long making this podcast with a multi year journey of healing and growth. So what now? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe

Is power bad? 15.06.2023

Today I explore power and why we need it and when we don't. Letsgocnote.substack.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe

Success After Succeeding 09.05.2023

When you have everything you want does it make sense to still want more? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe

Disentangling Self 13.04.2023

I've been in a process of letting go of the past versions of me to awaken something new, something focused, something that I can define and become more adaptable in this game of life. I'm ready to step out of the dugout of inner work and into the batter's box to see what this new version of me can do. http://www.patreon.com/happychemicals http://www.youtube.com/happychemicals http://www.bit.ly/hap...

Building a Career Despite Mental Health Struggles: Insights and Strategies 05.04.2023

In this episode, I delve into the topic of building a career despite mental health struggles. As someone who has navigated this terrain, I share my insights on how to use sick days, manage executive functioning, be self-assessing when to take time off, and self-advocate. I explore practical strategies that you can employ to create a fulfilling and rewarding career while prioritizing your mental he...

Career Transcendence: Embracing AI and Letting Go of the Past 04.04.2023

Hey there, welcome to the Happy Chemicals podcast! I'm your host and resident neurotic, and in this episode, I'm here to talk about my ongoing journey of career transcendence. Now, I know what you're thinking - "Wow, this guy's really got it together!" But let me tell you, transcendence is no walk in the park. It's more like a marathon through a jungle filled with quicksand and monkeys that throw...

Wrestlemania and Our Violent Needs 03.04.2023

Welcome to the latest episode of the Happy Chemicals podcast! In this episode, I dive into the concept of our Warrior selves and why tapping into our violent depths can be important for survival, expression, and physical release. I discuss the importance of wrestling, sports, and martial arts as healthy outlets for our violent tendencies, and how WWE wrestling is becoming a communal opportunity fo...

Avoiding Lottery Winner Styles of Advice 03.04.2023

In this episode, I delve into the phenomenon of people giving bad career advice based on their own personal experiences. While well-intentioned, advice from others may not always be applicable to our unique circumstances. I explore the importance of conducting our own trial and error experiments to find what truly resonates with us and creates a sense of fulfillment in our careers. I also dive int...

Attention as Currency: Navigating Social Media and Chemical Health 30.03.2023

Hey there! Today, I want to talk about the concept of attention as currency in our modern world. We often give away our attention freely without realizing its true value, but when we're in situations where we have less attention to spare, we come to understand how precious it is. One way to maximize our attention is through immersive experiences that allow us to be fully present in the moment. Whe...

Chemical Systems Effects: My Journey Through Burnout, Neurotransmitters, and Sex Addiction 30.03.2023

In this episode, I delve into the fascinating world of chemical systems effects and their impact on my mental and emotional wellbeing. Join me as I explore my journey through burnout and my relationship to key neurotransmitters such as dopamine, oxytocin, testosterone, and serotonin. I also touch on the role of sex addiction and how it relates to my overuse of analytic brain functioning. Don't mis...

The Pursuit of Happiness: My Brain Dump on Finding Fulfillment in the Present Moment 27.03.2023

In this episode, I take a deep dive into my personal journey towards happiness and share some of my insights and experiences. Join me as I discuss how happiness is not a permanent state, and explore strategies for being more mindful and present in the moment. We'll also explore the idea of being aware of our emotions about emotions, and how this awareness can help us better understand ourselves an...

500th Episode of Happy Chemicals! Inflammation and Depression, AI, Self-Trust, and Looking Ahead 24.02.2023

Join us for a very special episode as we celebrate a momentous occasion: the 500th episode of Happy Chemicals! In this episode, we reflect on the journey so far, express our gratitude for our listeners, and share exciting updates on what's to come. We also delve into a fascinating topic that's gaining more attention in the mental health world: the connection between inflammation and depression. Yo...

Empowering Sexual Fantasies: Dissociation & Power (Part 2) 14.02.2023

Continuing from the previous episode, join me for a deeper dive into the topic of sexual fantasies and control. In this episode, I explore my relationship between my inner self and the desire for control, and how this relates to caring for myself and those around me. Tune in to gain insights into your own personal relationship with sexual fantasies and control, and discover how you can empower you...

Empowering Sexual Fantasies: Dissociation & Power (Part 1) 13.02.2023

In this episode, we delve into a thought-provoking topic that's often shrouded in taboo: sexual fantasies, power dynamics, and the role of masturbation. We explore how these topics can relate to dissociation, and discuss strategies for processing and understanding our own sexual desires in a healthy and empowering way. So tune in for an insightful and candid conversation about sexuality, power dyn...

Unleashing Your Creativity: The Power of a Commonplace Book 19.01.2023

Discover the power of unleashing your creativity with a commonplace book in my latest episode. I explore how creating a commonplace book during overwhelming times can help you organize your thoughts, distill your ideas, and unleash your creativity. Drawing inspiration from a thought-provoking video on Big Think, I discuss the benefits of expressing yourself through a commonplace book and how it ca...

Finding Joy: Commitment to Goodness, Truth, and Beauty 11.01.2023

Join Christian and Molly as they discuss the "Mission: Joy" documentary, which features a conversation between the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu about finding joy in life. This episode delves into the idea of commitment and devotion to goodness, truth, and beauty, and how we can develop wellness as a skill. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that will inspire you to cultivate more joy...

Getting Better at Helping and Being Helped 11.11.2022

Today I want to share some of my thoughts on recent revelations around my relationship to helping and being helped. Namely, a better use of Extraverted Thinking (Te) is required in my life to begin a process of outsourcing and talent-scouting with some of the ambitious projects I and my clients want to take on. I'm reaching certain limits of what I can handle and it's affecting my health, relation...

Toxic Fame and Career Transcendence 10.11.2022

Today I'm talking about toxic fame and career transcendence. How can we break away from the noise of social media? What does it look like to get rid of a career I'm so used to? What kind of leap does it require? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe

Avatars and Archetypes 07.11.2022

Today I'm sharing a quick differentiation between avatars and archetypes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe

My Villain Era 25.10.2022

Today on the podcast we're talking about the drama triangle and empowerment dynamic. I've heard the phrase "my villain era" over and over but is that a healthy way to integrate assertiveness? I share some of my story around my villain era, being a goth kid, and adjustments I'm making. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOP...

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