Dopamine is triggered by anticipation of something, not just the experience itself.

Dopamine is not about the pursuit of pleasure; it's about the pleasure of pursuit and motivation.

Dopamine doesn't just signal pleasure; it provides a hit when something exceeds our expectations, driving us to explore and seek new experiences.

Dopamine is not just a reward molecule; it's primarily a molecule of motivation and drive, influencing our energy and likelihood to engage in habits.

Addiction is not just about pleasure; it's about wanting and motivation, which is driven by dopamine deficits.

Dopamine is involved in motivation, driving us to move towards something we desire.

Excessive dopamine release can lead to habituation, where the brain becomes less responsive to pleasure, while simultaneously increasing the perception of pain, a mechanism that can contribute to addiction.

Dopamine is linked to the anticipation of pleasure and motivation, while serotonin is more associated with the immediate experience of pleasure, both being essential for emotional well-being.

The dopamine dynamics show that quick inflections in dopamine lead to diminishing returns, causing people to chase feelings that no longer provide satisfaction.