EPISODE · Nov 18, 2025 · 14 MIN
Train Your Brain To Value The Positive in Life
from The Longevity Podcast: Optimizing HealthSpan & MindSpan · host Dung Trinh
Send us Fan MailWe challenge the myth that negativity is permanent and show how neuroplasticity makes change possible. We explain the chemistry of gratitude, the role of the MPFC, and share six practical tools to retrain attention, mood, and behavior.• neuroplasticity as the mechanism for change• the pathway problem and mental habit loops• gratitude lowering cortisol and boosting dopamine and serotonin• fMRI evidence of MPFC activation with gratitude• weekly gratitude journaling outcomes from research• six-tool toolkit for rewiring patterns• specificity in journaling to deepen valuation• reframing setbacks into data and learning• positive anticipation to seed dopamine during the day• evidence-based affirmations to avoid dissonance• end-of-day win visualization to counter negativity bias• circuit breaker question to shift from defense to analysisThis podcast is created by Ai for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional medical or health advice. Please talk to your healthcare team for medical advice. Never miss an episode—subscribe on your favorite podcast app!
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Send us Fan Mail We challenge the myth that negativity is permanent and show how neuroplasticity makes change possible. We explain the chemistry of gratitude, the role of the MPFC, and share six practical tools to retrain attention, mood, and behavior. • neuroplasticity as the mechanism for change • the pathway problem and mental habit loops • gratitude lowering cortisol and boosting dopamine and serotonin • fMRI evidence of MPFC activation with gratitude • weekly gratitude journaling outcom...
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