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Dopamine Detox Checklist

A 7-day challenge to reset your brain, regain your focus, and stop procrastinating.

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Resolve Team
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What is a Dopamine Detox?

A "dopamine detox" (or dopamine fast) is a technique popularized by Dr. Cameron Sepah. It isn't about eliminating dopamine—a vital neurotransmitter—but rather reducing overstimulation from "cheap" dopamine sources like social media, video games, and sugary foods.

By temporarily abstaining from these high-stimulation activities, you can reset your brain's reward sensitivity, making mundane but important tasks (like working, studying, or exercising) feel more rewarding again.

The Rules of the Detox

No Social MediaInstagram, TikTok, Twitter, Reddit. Delete the apps for the week.
No Video GamesSingle-player or multiplayer. Put the controller away.
No Junk FoodStick to whole foods. Sugar spikes are dopamine spikes.
No Adult ContentThis is one of the biggest super-stimuli. Zero tolerance.

Replacement Activities

  • Read physical books: Fiction or non-fiction.
  • Exercise: Run, lift, swim, hike.
  • Journal: Reflect on your thoughts (a great time to start).
  • Create: Write, draw, code, build something.
  • Socialize in person: Real connection releases oxytocin, not cheap dopamine.

Benefits You Can Expect

Clarity

Brain fog lifts as you stop constantly switching contexts.

Motivation

Hard work starts to feel easier and more satisfying.

Time

You'll be amazed how much time you have when you don't scroll.

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