No. 59 Chasing newness, losing interest + knowing when to quit
Beginnings are SO fun. The spark, the rush, the fantasy of who you might become once you start something new. But then comes the middle — the part where the adrenaline fades and you’re left with effort, repetition, and maybe even doubt. How do you know if you’re genuinely outgrowing something, or just uncomfortable with the middle part of the journey?
We explore:
Why the rush of starting something new can feel addictive
Spotting the difference between genuine disinterest and temporary discomfort
How perfectionism and dopamine hits influence what we stick with
Recognizing when your values or lifestyle aren’t aligned with a new pursuit
•. Learning to slow down and appreciate the messy, imperfect in-between
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Your prescription for living well, dose for this week: Pause before starting something new. Instead of chasing the initial excitement, take time to imagine what the day-to-day reality of that activity, job, or hobby would actually feel like once the novelty fades.
You could ask yourself questions like:
“Would I still want to do this when it feels routine or hard?”
“Does this align with my values and lifestyle right now?”
“Is this something that truly fulfills me, or am I seeking a dopamine hit?”
By checking in this way, you can choose pursuits that sustain you long-term rather than ones that only feel good at the start. 🌷
