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EPISODE · Sep 29, 2025 · 14 MIN

Overwhelmed or Overstimulated? Thriving in a World of Endless Dopamine Hits

from Call Her Boss | Women Helping Women Thrive in Business, Family & Life · host Elizabeth Ackerson, ARNP

n this episode of 'Call Her Boss', we dive into the universal experience of feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated. Our host explores the science behind this phenomenon, focusing on the role of dopamine, the brain's primary reward neurotransmitter. Learn how today's environment of constant digital stimulation affects our mental health, sleep, and cognitive functions. Discover practical tips to set boundaries, create screen-free zones, and detox from technology to reclaim your peace and focus. Join us as we discuss the importance of intentional choices and neuroplasticity in overcoming the modern-day dopamine overload. 00:00 Introduction: The Overwhelm and Overstimulation Debacle 00:33 The Science of Dopamine and Overstimulation 03:50 The Impact of Technology on Mental Health 07:49 Practical Solutions for Digital Detox 09:39 Personal Reflections and Final Thoughts  

n this episode of ’Call Her Boss’, we dive into the universal experience of feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated. Our host explores the science behind this phenomenon, focusing on the role of dopamine, the brain’s primary reward neurotransmitter. Learn how today’s environment of constant digital stimulation affects our mental health, sleep, and cognitive functions. Discover practical tips to set boundaries, create screen-free zones, and detox from technology to reclaim your peace and focus. Join us as we discuss the importance of intentional choices and neuroplasticity in overcoming the modern-day dopamine overload. 00:00 Introduction: The Overwhelm and Overstimulation Debacle 00:33 The Science of Dopamine and Overstimulation 03:50 The Impact of Technology on Mental Health 07:49 Practical Solutions for Digital Detox 09:39 Personal Reflections and Final Thoughts

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