Why Drama Is So Damn Addictive

What keeps us glued to cynical news loops? Why is it so easy to burn hours dooms scrolling social media or watching reality shows that showcase drama inside of the first 2 minutes? Why do we look forward to drama? This week, I'll help you understand how drama shapes your behavior and why it's so damn addictive.

YOU'LL LEARN:
The scientific connection between drama, stress, and addiction
How drama affects your body, brain, and mindset
The addiction-behavior connection
Three things you can do to reduce your levels of drama, improve your mindset, health and safeguard your energy

RESOURCES CITED:
Cleveland Clinic: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22187-cortisol
Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/pain-rehabilitation/202401/5-ways-mindfulness-rewires-your-brain-and-improves-your-life
Very Well Health: https://www.verywellhealth.com/dopamine-5086831

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Chapters

• 2:34 Why do we watch bad news, reality TV, and dooms scroll social media?
• 4:01 Confessions of a recovering drama addict
• 9:00 Going back to the well
• 10:28 Why drama is so alluring
• 12:10 Why drama is as addictive as alcohol, drugs, and gambling
• 14:15 Three tips to reduce your addiction to drama and stress