Dopamine Detox: A Short Guide to Remove Distractions and Get Your Brain to Do Hard Things Paperback – 4 July 2021

This book was super fun. Took me only a couple of days to finish it. And, yes it's very short. Around 65 pages. And, that again a disappointing factor nonetheless. This book tells you about how to detox your dopamine based activities. For example : you are addicted to video games or YouTube or any other thing. What actually happens is that by relishing yourself under such activities dopamine is released inside our body which actually is a neurotransmitter and it gives us a feeling of satisfaction, joy, accomplishment. You complete a certain hard-core mission in a game and dopamine is released. You scroll through instagram and youtube shorts enjoying relevant and irrelevant videos to have fun. This right here my folks is called 'dopamine hikacking.'What's happening is that you are constantly being put into these environments because of ease of access and then your dopamine is getting utilised in unnecessary activities. This is where this book comes in handy. It highlights the importance of 'what you should be doing.'The problem is that — it never ends. Once you waste time in these useless activities, the regret hits us. But what happens another day? We repeat the same mistake. Same regret. And, the cycle goes on before we realise that we wasted our precious time.The book dives deep into explaining how we are prone to such mind-distracting things. And, how to stay away from them for our well-being.The only issue is that this book was super short. I needed more. The language is very easy and understandable and the way it is written is also very pleasing. It keeps us hooked right from the get go. This is a type of book which you can read anytime and any number of times. It's so good that even after rereading it you won't get bored. Instead, you'll probably gain something new.A must buy if you're facing mind focus problems. I have attached a picture which will tell you for who is this book for?

Dopamine Detox is a concise and practical guide that delves into how modern distractions and constant dopamine hits (from social media, notifications, etc.) hinder our focus and productivity. The book provides actionable steps to regain control of your brain and improve your ability to do challenging, yet rewarding, tasks. Here's a review based on its strengths and some areas of improvement:Pros:Streamlines Thinking: The book offers clear, actionable advice on how to eliminate distractions, helping to streamline your thinking process. It effectively explains how dopamine-driven behaviors shape our ability to focus.Improves Mindset: It helps you understand how to shift your mindset from seeking instant gratification to focusing on long-term goals, which is crucial for personal and professional growth.Easy-to-Understand Language: The writing is simple and accessible, making complex concepts about brain chemistry and habits easy to grasp.Practical Tips: The book provides real-life techniques, such as time-blocking, reducing screen time, and creating intentional breaks, that readers can implement immediately.Short and Direct: At less than 100 pages, it’s a quick read that doesn’t overwhelm you with unnecessary details. Perfect for those looking for a swift mental reset.Cons:Lacks Deep Scientific Insights: While the book is practical, it skims over the deeper neuroscience behind dopamine and how it affects the brain. Some readers looking for more scientific backing might find it oversimplified.Repetitive at Times: Certain concepts, such as the importance of reducing distractions, are repeated multiple times. While it emphasizes key ideas, it might feel redundant to some readers.Could Use More Case Studies: The book relies heavily on general advice and could benefit from more specific case studies or real-life success stories to make the content more relatable and inspiring.Verdict:Dopamine Detox is a solid guide for anyone looking to reclaim their focus and productivity by cutting out distractions and retraining their brain. While it’s not a deep dive into neuroscience, its simplicity and actionable advice make it a valuable read for those wanting to quickly improve their mindset and daily habits. Perfect for readers who need a practical, no-nonsense guide to detox from dopamine-driven distractions.

Nice book illustrating the chemical and biological theory behind distractions and getting back to FOCUS, concentration and productive life. Fullfilment

It's meant for all age groups especially those sailing across the chaotic, deep and vast ocean of distractive social media. It helps you to deal with procrastination with a simple and doable action plan.

It's gud book but it won't change u if u read to complete as soon as possible..It starts making u assess ur root distractions and slowly eliminate..it gives u the courage to avoid ur distracting hobbiesJust Reading it isn't gonna change uReading the whole book once won't help uU have to practise the steps said in that book only that can change u and it won't happen in a day or 2 but a week or weeks or a month or months.Overall it is a gud book that helps u detox ur mind from the distracting world.

A very practical and important book for me.Give em plenty of actionable steps and knowledge about dopamine and overstimulation.Also provides the systemI m going for partial dopamine detox for now...I have plans for 48 hours dopamine detox plan.Its amazing guideIt's a must read book again....

A must read!! It is a concise self-help book that explores how overstimulation from social media, junk food, and instant gratification hijacks our brain’s reward system. It offers practical steps to reset dopamine levels, improve focus, and regain control over habits. While the book is straightforward and easy to follow, it mainly reiterates common productivity and mindfulness concepts. Ideal for beginners, but those familiar with the topic might find it repetitive.