DOPEamine
631 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratings"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.
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Unburdening: From Savior to Steward
February 28, 2024 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.01 MBI’m testing Wednesday Wisdom as a series of thought meditations to calm the mind from various angles to focus on presence and breath. If you enjoy this series let me know in the comments below. You can also now book a support session with me if you need more. I’ve been uncovering a Saviorism within myself. I need to prove myself disguised as confident and all-knowing of what people need to be doing with their lives. Lately, I’ve seen that this is an abrasive attempt to prove my value as a h...
Navigating Victimhood: Transforming Trauma into Triumph
February 22, 2024 20:34 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBRelevant Links: * The One-Sided Victim Story: Dive into the complexities of the victim narrative here. * The Victim/Entitled Balancing Act: Explore the balance between victimhood and entitlement here. * Discovering Your Brand Message: Uncover the essence of your brand with this course here. Welcome, thinkers and wanderers, to a journey of self-discovery and transformation with your guide, Christian Rivera. Today, we delve into the paradox of victimhood and its potential to either chain u...
Learning from Whales: How to Adapt, Evolve and Survive Change
February 15, 2024 18:27 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBWhat makes you adaptable? The podcast episode is a wonderful compliment to this prompt, so give it a listen before you journal to see what comes out for you. Also, consider what might hinder your adaptability and what might be in your way. Take 5 minutes to journal unfiltered and share your insights in the comments below! Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of DOPEamine, Christian Rivera delves into the concept of adaptability through the evolution of whales, inspired by a PBS Nova ...
Finding Purpose Through the Balance of Discipline and Surrender
February 12, 2024 22:18 - 14 minutes - 9.85 MBIn today's episode of DOPEamine, Christian Rivera dives deep into the intricate dance between seeking purpose and the continuous effort to balance discipline with surrender. Purpose, as Christian elaborates, is an ever-evolving quest that shapes our existence, guiding us through the complexities of life. The Quest for PurposeChristian begins by pondering the nature of purpose, a question that haunts many of us. Is purpose found in emotion, thought processes, belief systems, or is it somethi...
"Why So Judgy, Gen Alpha?" Unpacking the Sass & Wit of Our Digital Natives
February 05, 2024 20:45 - 22 minutes - 21 MBThis episode references Generational Theory and the book The Fourth Turning is Here by Neil Howe. Hey everyone, CNote here, and guess what? We’re diving deep into the digital rabbit hole in this week’s episode of the Happy Chemicals podcast, where we’re poking the bear—or should I say, the honey badger? That’s right, we’re talking about Generation Alpha: the newest crew on the block, known for their assertiveness, digital savvy, and a surprising knack for being, well, kinda judgy. A Little...
Embracing and Creating Emotional Boundaries
January 22, 2024 19:12 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MBIn this new era of "Happy Chemicals," we delve into the foundational topic of emotional boundaries. Join us as we explore the significance of recognizing and setting healthy boundaries for personal growth and mental wellness. Drawing from insights in psychology, the Gene Keys, and personal experiences, we discuss practical ways to establish and maintain boundaries that honor our emotional needs and foster meaningful connections. This episode is not just about setting limits; it's about creat...
INTPs and the Emotional Grip: Understanding & Overcoming
January 17, 2024 02:07 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBIntroduction: Welcome to today’s episode featuring Christian Rivera, also known as C-Note, as he dives into the intricacies of emotional expression and the quest for meaningful connections. Main Themes: Emotional Expression and Connection: C-Note shares his experience as an INTP personality type, discussing the challenges he faces in expressing emotions and connecting with others. The Impact of Introverted Thinking: Learn about how Rivera grapples with his introverted thinking process, w...
Mental Wellness and The Big Picture
January 16, 2024 21:11 - 28 minutes - 26 MBIn my latest video, I reflect on how mental wellness has been a throughline in my life and share my vision for being a "junction box" between people and the therapists, coaches, consultants, and creatives who can support them. Instead of being the expert, I want to diagnose where people are stuck and direct them to the right resources. There's so much potential for us to help each other if we connect authentically, individual to individual. What are your thoughts? I wrote a post this mornin...
Navigating Fear, Blame, Shame & Guilt
January 16, 2024 21:11 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBWelcome to today’s episode where we explore CNote’s innovative approach to mental wellness and his four-quadrant strategy. The episode delves into the challenges of feeling diagnostically stuck and the journey towards clarity and self-understanding. Main Themes: Comprehensive Mental Wellness: We discuss CNote’s holistic strategy for mental wellness, focusing on overcoming the feeling of being directionless through personality profiling and alternative methods. The Emotional Roots: A deep...
The Link Between ADHD and Sensory Overload for Intuitives
January 05, 2024 00:02 - 7 minutesIn this episode, I'm sharing with you my tips for unleashing authenticity as an INTP. As an INTP, it's easy to get lost in your thoughts and feel like you don't express yourself authentically. But by learning how to embrace your true self, you can start to feel more confident and connected. I hope you find these tips helpful as you work to unleash your authentic self. I know they've been helpful to me and I believe they can help you too. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to l...
Embracing Your Authentic Self as an INTP
January 05, 2024 00:00 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this episode, I'm sharing with you my tips for unleashing authenticity as an INTP. As an INTP, it's easy to get lost in your thoughts and feel like you don't express yourself authentically. But by learning how to embrace your true self, you can start to feel more confident and connected. I hope you find these tips helpful as you work to unleash your authentic self. I know they've been helpful to me and I believe they can help you too. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to l...
Which Spiritual Leaders are Trustworthy?
October 11, 2023 16:26 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBI found myself asking about trust in spiritual leaders and why some activate some negative gut responses from me. So I share some of my thoughts on why we can or can't trust certain mentors or leaders and how they may prey on vulnerability. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Outsourcing Our Artificial Intelligence
October 04, 2023 19:21 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBWhat'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 the technical aspects of these tasks, human creativity, and discernment are still necessary for makin...
Mid-80s Millennial Pathologies and Calming the Nerves
August 21, 2023 15:17 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBI'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 affected some of our relationship to sex and relating. I reference the show BEEF which is a must ...
The Coming Generational Crisis: Where are we? And where are we going?
August 07, 2023 17:39 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBI've been reading the book The Fourth Turning is Here by Neil Howe which discusses Generational Theory and how the events of history can give us an idea of where we're going next as a collective. Pick up The Fourth Turning is Here: https://amzn.to/3s6gI7u --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Exploring The Fearful Avoidant Attachment Style
August 04, 2023 18:46 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBI'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/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/sub...
Redefining Mental Health: Exploring Philosophy and AI's Impact on Humanity
August 02, 2023 15:45 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBIntroduction 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 I believe it's essential to redefine our approach to it. Join me as we delve into the three pillars that s...
Overdoing Executive Functioning
July 11, 2023 14:39 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBIronically 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 by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Continuing the Story
June 29, 2023 00:49 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBI'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 by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Is power bad?
June 15, 2023 13:46 - 18 minutes - 17 MBToday 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
Is power bad?
June 15, 2023 13:46 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBToday 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 by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Success After Succeeding
May 09, 2023 22:29 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBWhen 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 by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Disentangling Self
April 13, 2023 16:19 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBI'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/happychemicalsbook --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happy...
Building a Career Despite Mental Health Struggles: Insights and Strategies
April 05, 2023 22:06 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBIn 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 health. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, or any other mental health condition, you w...
Career Transcendence: Embracing AI and Letting Go of the Past
April 04, 2023 15:37 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBHey 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 coconuts at you. But I'm determined to make it through, and I want to share my experiences with...
Wrestlemania and Our Violent Needs
April 03, 2023 15:11 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBWelcome 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 for these outlets. I also explore how there may be times in our lives when we need to be violent, ...
Avoiding Lottery Winner Styles of Advice
April 03, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBIn 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 into the four Myers-Briggs subtypes as coined by Dr. Dario Nardi and featured on the Personality Ha...
Attention as Currency: Navigating Social Media and Chemical Health
March 30, 2023 17:27 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBHey 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. Whether it's reading a book, hiking in nature, or attending a live event, these experiences help us...
Chemical Systems Effects: My Journey Through Burnout, Neurotransmitters, and Sex Addiction
March 30, 2023 14:09 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBIn 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 miss this insightful conversation on the intersection of chemistry and psychology from my personal p...
The Pursuit of Happiness: My Brain Dump on Finding Fulfillment in the Present Moment
March 27, 2023 20:02 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBIn 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 and lead to a more fulfilling life. So, sit back and tune in as I share my brain dump on becoming a...
500th Episode of Happy Chemicals! Inflammation and Depression, AI, Self-Trust, and Looking Ahead
February 24, 2023 13:58 - 17 minutes - 16 MBJoin 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. You'll learn about the potential link between these two factors and discover ways to reduce inflam...
New Game+ 500th Episode! Inflammation and Depression, AI and Self-Trust
February 24, 2023 13:58 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBToday we celebrate 500 episodes of Happy Chemicals with an update on where things are going, an appreciation for where we've been, and much gratitude! I also talk a little bit about inflammation and depression, as well as the opportunity AI brings with allowing us to start self-experimenting and self-trusting. Follow me @letsgocnote on all the socials. Links at HTTP://www.cnote.studio --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/happychemicals/message
New Game+: 500th Episode!
February 24, 2023 13:58 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBToday we celebrate 500 episodes of Happy Chemicals with an update on where things are going, an appreciation for where we've been, and much gratitude! I also talk a little bit about inflammation and depression, as well as the opportunity AI brings with allowing us to start self-experimenting and self-trusting. Follow me @letsgocnote on all the socials. Links at HTTP://www.cnote.studio --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/happychemicals/message
Sexual Fantasies and Power: Part 2
February 14, 2023 16:01 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBI want to share more about what I'm figuring out around my personal relationship to sexual fantasies and control related to my anima and inner ESFJ needing to care more for me and those around me. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/happychemicals/message
Empowering Sexual Fantasies: Dissociation & Power (Part 2)
February 14, 2023 16:01 - 25 minutesContinuing 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 yourself to live a happier, more fulfilling life. If you enjoy my podcast and want to support my m...
Empowering Sexual Fantasies: Dissociation & Power (Part 1)
February 13, 2023 15:23 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBIn 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 dynamics, and mental health, and discover how you can approach these often misunderstood topics wit...
Sexual Fantasies and Power
February 13, 2023 15:23 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBOrganizing some thoughts around sexual fantasies, power, masturbation, and dissociation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/happychemicals/message
Unleashing Your Creativity: The Power of a Commonplace Book
January 19, 2023 13:29 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBDiscover 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 can help you release mental energy for greater creative expression. To support the podcast, conside...
Create, Organize, Distill, Express
January 19, 2023 13:29 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBI just watched a video on big think about creating a commonplace book during overwhelming times where we can create, organize, distill, and express ourselves to release and free up mental energy for greater creative expression. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/happychemicals/message
Capture, Organize, Distill, Express
January 19, 2023 13:29 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBI just watched a video on big think about creating a commonplace book during overwhelming times where we can create, organize, distill, and express ourselves to release and free up mental energy for greater creative expression. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/happychemicals/message
Wellness as a Skill
January 11, 2023 23:51 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBChristian and Molly talk about the Mission: Joy documentary which covers a conversation between the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu about Joy. We also talk about commitment and devotion to goodness, truth, and beauty as well as developing wellness as a skill. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/happychemicals/message
Finding Joy: Commitment to Goodness, Truth, and Beauty
January 11, 2023 23:51 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBJoin 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 in your life. If you enjoy our podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon at patreon.com/...
The Extraverted Feeling Stretch (INTP)
January 05, 2023 19:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBSharing some thoughts on needing to give myself more Fe in my life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Why Uncomfortable Thoughts are Important...
November 23, 2022 15:58 - 15 minutes - 14 MBWhy are uncomfortable thoughts important? How do they allow us to navigate our personal growth? And how can we become better champions of introverted thinking? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Reviewing Source Code (INTP)
November 23, 2022 14:46 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBWhat does it mean to review your source code as an INTP? How can we better champion our dominant function of Introverted Thinking? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/happychemicals/message
Reviewing Psychological Source Code (INTP)
November 23, 2022 14:46 - 24 minutesWhat does it mean to review your source code as an INTP? How can we better champion our dominant function of Introverted Thinking? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happychemicals/message Get full access to DOPEamine by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Building a Starship Enterprise: Integrating Extraverted Thinking as an INTP
November 12, 2022 14:58 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBI'm in a place where I'm learning that I've ignored the helpfulness of Extraverted Thinking in my life. I've played more of a lone wolf role, rejected hierarchical structures, refused to play office politics, and have had difficulties in building a team. I've never liked feeling like I'm a human resource but I've also treated myself like one. In this episode, I share this relationship to hierarchy, and extraverted thinking, and talk about what it would mean to build my own Starship Enterpris...
Getting Better at Helping and Being Helped
November 11, 2022 14:29 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBToday 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, relationships, use of time, and money. So, this is the beginning of a major adjustment for me. What ab...
Toxic Fame and Career Transcendence
November 10, 2022 14:25 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBToday 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 by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe
Avatars and Archetypes
November 07, 2022 15:22 - 9 minutes - 10.3 MBToday 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 by Christian Rivera at dopeamine.substack.com/subscribe