The Scarcity Brain: How To Rewire Your Habits to Thrive with Enough | Michael Easter X Rich Roll
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Published 2024-02-19
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:27 Personal Journey with Sobriety
00:08:05 The Comfort Crisis and Inviting Hardship
00:12:36 Growing a Broader Understanding of Addiction
00:16:16 The Value of Hardship
00:20:45 Prevalence Induced Concept Change
00:24:35 The Short-Lived Appreciation for Modern Conveniences
00:28:03 Sponsor Break
00:29:33 The Scarcity Loop and Slot Machines
00:32:22 The Three-Part System of the Scarcity Loop
00:33:15 The Pervasiveness of the Scarcity Loop
00:40:49 The Schedule of Rewards
00:42:41 The Dopamine Release from Anticipation
00:45:21 Michael's Time In Iraq to Study the Drug Trade
00:48:12 Historical Examples of Addiction
00:49:04 The Scarcity Loop in Substance Addiction
00:50:32 The Unpredictability of Alcohol
00:53:09 The Peaks and Valleys of Sobriety
00:54:30 Exploring the Edges and Managing Intensity
00:55:39 Living A Balanced Life
01:00:55 Tools for Behavior Change
01:02:29 The Optimal Foraging Theory
01:04:15 The Optimal Stimulation Theory and Humans Today
01:06:11 Regulating Technology for Teens
01:08:18 "Opting In" Rather Than "Opting Out" of Technology
01:11:31 The Death of Boredom
01:14:23 Reinserting Boredom
01:16:59 Human Insatiability and Addition vs Subtraction
01:17:43 The Bridge Experiment
01:18:55 The Tendency to Add
01:22:32 Minimalism and Interesting Experiences
01:25:56 The Scarcity Loop and Outdoor Activities
01:27:51 The Scarcity Loop and Buying Habits
01:28:38 The Value of Time and Minimalist Lifestyles
01:31:51 The Loop and Problem Solving
01:34:05 The Future of Humanity
01:35:59 Enslavement to Technology
01:40:25 The Sweet Spot of Progress
01:41:22 Material Impacts on Daily Life
01:44:47 Bringing Adventure into Everyday life
01:47:37 Credits
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All Comments (21)
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Thanks for watching! Don't miss out on this exclusive offer: MOMENTOUS: Click here for 20% OFF my favorite products 👉bit.ly/LiveMomentous2024
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One thing I love about the Rich Roll Podcast is the fact that you can listen to an episode with a guest you seen on several different other podcasts and even read their books or follow their work and you still know that Rich is gonna go somewhere with it at some point or at several points where its worth a listen because he always makes it relatable to everyone who fights personal demons and want to act with integrity but still be somewhat practical. Thanks!
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I purposefully practice boredom. When standing in lines such as the grocery store, rather than go for my phone to entertain or grab a magazine to Peruse, I simply stand there with nothing to distract me. I might watch what's going on but I am breaking the habit of seeking distraction and entertainment.
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My addiction is podcasts. 😮
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Dr Gabor Maté described addiction as a means to escape pain as you discuss. I agree. It has strengthened my compassion muscle and helped me to let go of some of my judgments. Still a work in progress.
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46 years sober, for me biggest tool, contribution being there for others Bill said get sober, stay sober, help others. Your contribution is amazing thank you.
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Rich just doesn’t disappoint! There is ALWAYS something in every single podcast I get inspired by, resonate with and can add to my personal development and healing toolbox! You rock Man!!
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Surfing works for the scarcity loop theory. Good waves seem so limited so they’re really, really precious when you get one.
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So rich Rich! Corny, I know. I shared this with my 3 sons The one that I thought could use this info said " Thanks!" I look forward to rewatching for a 3rd time to take notes. You both are filling this shaky time with hope & solution. Thank you!
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We probably don't need more apps, but more conversations about our inner worlds.
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I’m loving all the information. It makes me so sad and I’m referring to myself. I’m very outgoing. I love to perform at a high-level. I’m 58. I love fitness health traveling, but I am still dealing with scarcity brain in so many areas. Thank you so much for this awakening!
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Rich again you know exactly the right topic & guest to bring into our lives 🥰 excellent!!!
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Food taste amazing after fasting for 3 days. Great way to reset uour appetite.. same idea
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3 minutes in. Great guest. Love how he reframed his outlook on his Father ❤
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Amazing, learned so much from your talk with Michael Easter. Great question, love the ideas of how to make changes and how our brains work. Thankyou
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If we seek to help solve problems for those who are struggling rather than seeking and/or creating chaos and drama for drama sake, life becomes so much more rewarding and fulfilling. These addictive apps, devices, and foods, are designed to exploit by predatory individuals. Thank you for these conversations, Rich.
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You just connect so well with your guests. What a great reminder.
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One of the best podcasts. Great questions and depth.
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Brilliant podcast Rich, thank so much!!
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Really like how they're going deep with alcohol. Recommend the book Quit Like A Woman.
