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50. Dopamine menu

Framework 5When everything feels flat

Build a list of small reliable joys. When you're flat or shutdown, pick one. Stop scrolling, start regulating.

1/3 Make four columns

Starters (about 5 minutes), mains (around 30), sides (things you do in the background), and desserts (proper treats). Three to five things you enjoy in each.

2/3 Stick it on the fridge

Somewhere external and visible, because when your brain is offline you don't want to be making decisions, you want to be reading them.

3/3 Order off the menu

Next time you're stuck, just pick one. Don't overthink it. The menu has already made the choice for you.