5 (Easy) Ways to Replenish Dopamine on a Porn Brain Rewire. (w/Dr. Trish Leigh)

[@kkassam]

1. Exercise (especially outside/in nature) 2. Music 3. Eating Healthy (esp bananas & nuts) 4. Brain training (Muse headband) 5. Physical touch and intimacy

[@Hephasto]

rubbish, all this rubbish. You want to fap and you eat banana and nuts instead? what a clownery! this is 'replacement' is so stupid, like tell to an alcoholic stop drinking, go for a walk, the life is beautiful!

[@7931anthony]

92 days! You saved me Dr Trish. Thank you so much

[@DrTrishLeigh]

Awesome! Keep rocking it out 💪💪

[@7931anthony]

❤

[@josephwheeler2672]

🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@jacobvasquez5380]

how did you do it? im trying but cant break my addiction, I keep relapsing

[@shashanksahu9851]

Stay away from youtube scroll, instagram and facebook. Do meditation and pranayam.

[@kishawnlewis4635]

Thank you, thank you for all your hard work doctor, the fact that I can get this help from you at no cost is a blessing to me, thank you

[@westpoint6636]

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[@tristanwise9187]

Thank you dr trish having you here is so great for my recovery and its amazing just to know that someone cares about all us who have been negatively affected by porn

[@Hailey_Blue1]

Next time I feel this urge I will do some cardio and read the Bible

[@PerfectGame15]

Thank you Dr Trish. You are really helping so many people from around the world. We are really grateful 🙏

[@OrlandoAponte]

The primary dopaminergic culprit in addiction is downregulation of the D2 receptor. Unfortunately, the only way to upregulate this receptor is to impose a physiological need for upregulation. This can be accomplished by decreased dopamine signaling (removing sources of dopamine synthesis) or via receptor blockade with antipsychotics. I strongly recommend against the latter, so the best thing you can do while recovering (and in general) is to remove as many non-productive sources of dopamine synthesis as possible. Less social media, less mindless internet browsing, less phone-checking, less gaming, less junk food, etc. If you drink coffee/alcohol or smoke marijuana, you may want to cut back or stop altogether if you can. You still want to train your brain to respond to positive stimuli, such as those Trish discusses in this video, but you really want to cut out any sources of pleasure that don't contribute to long-term joy and fulfillment.

[@timetravel6913]

Great comment it makes sense. Since I do most of stuff she mentioned on video but also do alot of stuff you mentioned.

[@AbdulDanmalan]

Great comment. Thank you

[@johnmorris4347]

Dr. Trish, I glorify God for your videos. Your information is great!

[@yuliayane6928]

Came across your channel 2 weeks ago in a period of using porn (multiple times) daily to feel good/find relief. I was very depressed with suicidal thoughts which i never had before.. Even when I had sex in real life I was thinking about that it would be better to just help myself. I also got impulsive thoughts and wanted to do crazy things in real life because of porn. I think it can trigger wanting to cheat or other types of risky behaviors . Its so destructive, and unfortunately so normalized , i know 16 year olds with “pornhub” phonecases. Because of your videos i realized it was all because of the porn that i was feeling this bad, i quit immediately no masturbation , i feel a lot better already clear in my head not going back the temporary relief isn’t worth it Thank you DR

[@Draak_Lincoln]

damn, good job!!!!

[@444ferns9]

3 weeks clean thanks you! I bought a small trampoline for those tough urges. Rebounding has helped a lot. Sometimes body building training can spike my urges

[@danmorals9697]

Almighty God, with Your help I wholeheartedly accept my responsibility to care for my wife’s emotional well-being. May I increasingly become a master at it, so that I can see joy and contentment in her face. Amen.

[@infinityknoladge9444]

32 day of NoFap, feeling amazing.

[@princemaye2350]

Good job man 👏👍🏽 Let's keep going 💪 💯

[@matuteriveto7403]

What is the head band ??

[@Rockownz5150]

Wait til you hit day 60, you'll be able to levitate.

[@infinityknoladge9444]

@@Rockownz5150 To rise or float in the air, especially as a result of a supernatural power that overcomes gravity, you really meant this🤔🤪, well I can't wait to be "Levitate" haha🤣✌

[@koopon3900]

Legend!! Keep going man and most important - make sure to keep your guard up. You’ll be amazed at how it can creep back in with little warning. If/when you catch yourself repeating behaviour, put down the device and bring yourself back to the moment. Best of luck man!

[@MultipleGrievance]

Heres a conundrum for ya: I've already developed a life I don't want to escape from MOST of the time, yet I'm still struggling to stop. I already work out more than anyone I know. I use music to mood regulate on the regular. I eat quite healthy the majority of the time. I do my own form of brain training, studying & researching every day. Unfortunately intimacy is not possible for me. Maybe that will change, but at present, it's not looking like it. It's actually my biggest point of contention. That is literally the only part of my life I despise. If I'm escaping at all, it's from THAT! ....... and of course, what I use to escape (porn) is the one thing that'll make sure I'm alone for the rest of my damn life......

[@TaraSvp]

Thanks a lot dr. You are like a god or an angel to us. Many times I have went through relapses but you are the one showing us the correct path. I will never ever go back to this bat habit and I am on the journey to get the best health from now on. No matter how many thoughts I get in from now to go back to the harmful screen your videos and your thoughts will help me succeed in the way. Thanks a lot again Mam.

[@garyende6187]

During November I'm replenishing dopamine by watching lots of movies.

[@JR8029]

Physical touch is un attainable because I’m single and have lost all my friends.

[@Joepeeee]

Since I started watching your videos over 3 weeks ago, I haven’t lapsed. I have good control. I just need the jumpstart to start working out. Thank you.

[@redhaabdelmadjid6365]

just go to gym do the bare minimum

[@koopon3900]

It does help when you get an understanding of how the addiction works, doesn’t it. Just keep your guard up man, you’ll be amazed at how it can creep in without warning. Good luck brother

[@twalker485]

Awesome as always.

[@cerijones2341]

Transcendental meditation is great too

[@JoaquimGonsalves]

Last one is actually the hardest for a single person living away from family but thank you so much for these tips. Definitely exercise always helps. These are useful even for those who weren't on porn. Social media can be equally detrimental.

[@GoddessFarah]

I was thinking the same. I moved to a different country 7 years ago and don't have my family here. Touch deprivation is brutal though, really affects mental health

[@Hephasto]

why don't buy a prostitute?@@GoddessFarah

[@amarshrivastava2753]

Resourceful content!

[@BlackAM]

I haven't watch porn in two months and I feel the difference.

[@koopon3900]

Good man. Don’t let it creep back in, do it for your future self!

[@BlackAM]

@@koopon3900 I'm on the 3rd month now 👍🏽

[@chrisg6492]

@@BlackAMhow are you feeling now? I just stopped 2 days ago and I am hoping to feel it at some point.

[@BlackAM]

@@chrisg6492 I relapse but it was 1 time but now I'm back on track

[@dyl7729]

@@BlackAMhope your still going strong bro I’m currently in a loop of going 7-10 days without then binging for a couple days which I need to get out of as I have reached a month before and I know how good it feels

[@otleon]

Thanks for all these valuable advices! Your videos are really helpful. 👍

[@Worstnightmare2656]

Keep up the good work doc. I'd appreciate it if you could drop a few links to studies that corroborate your teachings. I'm helping a group of teenagers who deal with this addiction

[@princemaye2350]

Thank you soo much for helping us through this 💛🙏

[@ghlocal1]

Dr Trish you rock. 103 days today. Hugs from California!!

[@chinopopapill5848]

39 days in im in a really hard flatline, no emotions I feel numb and can't think clearly just wishing for the best

[@allanwalli2935]

Flatline is awful. Its dopamine deficiency. Try to exercise, even just walk, play calming music, eat a good meal, like our doctor says. We are learning how to live again without the addiction. All the best!

[@CGTraderX]

I agree with your husband about COVID. They try so hard to separate us which is part of the point.

[@dracleirbag5838]

I think you are saving my sanity

[@iaingraham4911]

I got crippled in a motorcycle crash in 1994 unfortunately knees and legs knackered

[@m.r.d.c.5179]

Look upper body work outs up on KZbin. There are plenty of bodybuilders and other people in wheel chairs that are successful at exercise.

[@m.r.d.c.5179]

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[@iaingraham4911]

@@m.r.d.c.5179 thanks 👍👍🇬🇧

[@srinath6247]

You've got my subscription. Keep up the good work.

[@healthguidebyabdulwahab8385]

Good job love from Pakistan

[@rusiraliyanage6643]

Thank you so much Dr. Trish Leigh :)

[@btm1548]

Hello Dr.Trish, I’d like to know more about the headband you mentioned! Is it available online? Is there a recommended brand?

[@NunyaBizness2k]

Oh my word where have you been all my life? That explains it perfectly. I now know exactly what I need to do.

[@SanelKeys]

HIIT training+ read book+ Smooth Jazz+ contact with people/pets!?!

[@devilisbackk]

I do all these still hooked up badly for many many years 🤣

[@Ryan-kw7gj]

10 months without porn or masturbating. How should I feel. TBH I don’t exactly feel like a different person.

[@rovaughnburrows7821]

Nice man how did you do it?

[@devilisbackk]

You feel like different person or you don't 🙄

[@timhiltz6323]

I have ibs for porn withdrawal, the chemical imbalance in my brain and nerves are messed up. I’m always bloated all the time.

[@raphaelantoine7331]

Most important is that you have some kind of balance and got rid of addiction in order to make new projects in your life

[@williamrothschildakatheman8980]

U serious? Nothing..... I'm on day 22. I feel better.

[@Streetfightingman420]

Ok Dr I just bought a $700 bike , it’s red and fast , imma try and boost recovery speed with 22 speeds

[@fulteacup]

Just wondering if CBD oil will also effectively bring your brain into more balance?

[@winny-razzy]

How long does it take to heal brain damage from p*rn... I went 190 days did not feel normal.

[@mehranmir8137]

I'm on the same page bro, 220 days....

[@christopherhogbring7771]

I feel you, did also exactly 190 days and ED stil there. I recover mentally from the view on sex but not physically. Feeling really resigned by this point...

[@Draak_Lincoln]

@@christopherhogbring7771 i might have the exact same problem. I’ll just be completely open: I am in a 7 month relationship with a beautifull girl and we have great sex, but i cant finish and my penis just feels numb during sex. When i masturbated i could finish very easily. Do u have the same?

[@Ole67]

@@christopherhogbring7771 In what way not physically recovered?

[@fredferd2649]

Your brain is not damaged by porn.

[@shyamsasikumar1467]

Madam, i started nofap, and i started feeling energy boost in day 7. After that, i dont feel any energy or anything to feel like doing nofap, help me, madam

[@markshard]

also heard cold shower or swimming spikes dopamine levels

[@Gentile65625]

Listen to the song "The Continental" by Frank Sinatra.

[@mind-cy5xe]

Respect and love from india God bless u........

[@joekeegan937]

Excellent advice. Thank you.

[@nazcarcup]

Dope Dopamine Sources: Score a goal. Win a tennis match. Make yet another sale. Get that raise. Run that mile.

[@gaborb6577]

those are what winners have. most of people are loosers

[@andyk4676]

Thank you so much for what you do

[@Brownnproud91]

I don't get it. If PMO causes dopamine receptor down regulation wouldn't dopamine replenishing activity only add to the down regulation of dopamine? Please make this make sense to me. Please MAKE A VIDEO ON HOW TO UPREGULATE DOPAMINE RECEPTORS

[@OrlandoAponte]

I actually just posted a comment about this. If you scroll through the more recent comments, you'll find it. There's no way to upregulate your dopamine receptors other than to remove sources of excess dopamine signaling. The other option is antipsychotics, but I don't recommend them for a multitude of reasons.

[@Brownnproud91]

@@OrlandoAponte so then if they can't upregulate then how do we even heal?

[@Brownnproud91]

@@OrlandoAponte I had a long time addiction to PMO. Until it started causing serious mental health problems and when I quit it caused physical problems. I now feel desensitized and habe muscle ridgity. I had tremors at some point to. I'm at half a year of NOFAP I want to know how long is this healing thing take for one to feel NORMAL again and symptom free.

[@OrlandoAponte]

@@Brownnproud91 Dopamine receptors will upregulate naturally over time with abstinence, but there's no way to artificially speed up the process (that we know of) other than with antipsychotics and/or minimizing dopaminergic signaling in general. The symptoms you're describing sound Parkinsonian, so I would get checked out by a neurologist. In healthy people, dopamine neurons don't typically die off at an accelerated rate unless it's due to excitotoxicity-induced apoptosis. This tends to occur with highly dopaminergic drugs such as methamphetamine and cocaine. As far as I know, there's no evidence of excitotoxicity occurring with pornography, and the numerous anecdotal accounts of full recovery after prolonged abstinence seem to corroborate this. I made it to 6 months once and felt significantly better than I did when I started, but wasn't back to normal yet. I would hang in there and rule out any sort of pathology by seeing a doctor.

[@Brownnproud91]

@@OrlandoAponte I saw a neurologist 3 different ones actually and they all ruled out parkinsons. I told them my story and all but one said it was a dopamine dysregulation. All the others said it was "anxiety". I did a brain MRI as well and it came back normal. But my addiction was PMO for over 15 years daily

[@larknoone565]

Can dopamine get depleted because of sexaul dreams during sleeping at night?

[@Hephasto]

omg why care? in sleep you don't control yourself, when awake you do, focus on that! so silly to dig into those pointless questions

[@mikeokray717]

I can't stop watching

[@DrTrishLeigh]

You are stronger than you know. You can do it.

[@vToneehh]

Trish, may I ask; If we do pay for a service from your website, can we choose who we get as a coach, I feel like this is always important?

[@therichbuddha3277]

Dr.T, thank you for this. My thoughts: 1. Exercise, I've weight trained 3x a week for 27 years, I find it increases my testosterone and this makes me horny which leads to... 2. Music hells yah, played music most of my life! It's therapy!! Love helping others learn to play also! 3. Eating healthy. yep. Love me my Funky Monkey PB and banana protein smoothie! Although, have to be careful with saying what foods contain dopamine or serotonin as in certain forms they can't cross the blood-brain barrier. 4. I was using Muse and became frustrated with connection issues and found contrary to claim, it disturbed my sleep. I find it would be best for someone with little experience with meditation. But I may try a different model. Thank you for the discount link. 5. physical touch/intimacy is what i miss most as a single man. I'd like there to be a dating app just for this! :D

[@bradywilson3560]

Hugs produce the feel good chemicals that in turn boost your immunie system.

[@TheRoasts]

Me and my family hardly hug too lol

[@animamundii]

Bananas are high in dopamine? Ehm, no. Otherwise your videos are great.

[@vl4394]

Search "banana salsolinol".

[@dannymorales2139]

Day one all over again, sorry Dr

[@ygr4943]

Hello doctor, can you talk to us about body shaking (some parts like hands, legs shoulders) when truing to quit. It seems like it's quite commun. But is it normal ? Everyone is afraid it's Parkison.

[@allanwalli2935]

Its just withdrawal my friend. Happens to most of us at some point. It seems pretty random. I got it just thinking about the screen a few times. You’re probably past it now yourself

[@jonnyu2]

Nice to have a “real” expert on youtube! I relapsed yesterday after almost 2 months. 😒 Job search/new apartment move stress overcame me. I can only workout and go on walks so much. Even when im off my computer, My mind is like a jungle of thirst traps.

[@OrlandoAponte]

2 months is great progress. If you stay positive, you should be able to bounce right back.

[@fredferd2649]

'expert'.? where?

[@The_magic_mountain33]

New girlfriend so no porn 4 months now..

[@ghenderson2022]

Do it for your own mind, body, and soul..not just for your girlfriend my brother!

[@GaryCameron780]

I like your husband: Free hugs during Covid. :)

[@viralload7086]

lol thumbs up for eminem. great video doc.

[@tonyhendrix2951]

Which Muse headband is best?

[@yanodessa]

Hi Dr, Trish I listened yoga meditation intro ,verbal and my testosterone was depleted:)

[@thetruther954]

Trish. You must find that top you're wearing really pulls in the viewers. I've seen it the last three videos, I think. I kind of skipped this one, but I can tell you this: if Grandpa (Mom's Dad) were here, he would really be supporting chiropracty, and I am too. Trying to find out more about it. As for me and women looking for vulnerability, that could still be a thing. But that would be your thing, not my wife's. I have no clue how you ever got that idea. Love John.

[@shapeshifterinyourwalls]

What’s wrong with you

[@thetruther954]

@@shapeshifterinyourwalls I don't know what you're asking, but if there is something wrong with me, I'm sure it's personal. Nice looking profile picture, by the way. John.

[@Janadu]

@@shapeshifterinyourwalls He's a troll. Period.

[@DEBTFREEMIKE769]

We need your workout video💪🏻

[@ricardomendoza4548]

Hit the like

[@haroonrahman2149]

The Muslim nation appreciates your hard work 👏

[@sadiqahmed8484]

Assalamualaikum

[@AbdulDanmalan]

She's really doing a great job. As a Muslim myself I find her work and Covenant Eyes' work on matters like this very useful. Knowing about what you are fighting helps in restrategizing, and Alhamdulillahi my prayers are been answered. I know all I need to do thanks to their work, the most important thing now is to pray to almighty for support and guidance.

[@moejackson3871]

3711 Jack sculptures

[@user-zr6pl6nb6z]

I had no idea bananas helped in this regard.

[@James-wv3hx]

You remind of my ex wife who always bitched at me. I'm so glad I dumped her!

[@StrongBodymindandspirit]

Oh man please please make a video of you jamming out to Eminem 😃

[@jeffhucle6436]

I get a little tired of therapists who are this far out of touch with reality. Many people have these types of disorders due to not having a comfy cozy life. She goes strictly by what the books say and ignores the real world. Mainly cuz she's got it good to the point where she can't relate to prob more than half the people that need help.

[@zoranmitrovic7494]

why is there no serbian translation?

[@Maqsoodkhan284]

Hi

[@raymonkravagna278]

I recently went 35 days without masturbating at all. Didn't even touch myself. But what I have experienced when I finally did touch myself was a little bit of pain before climax and very little semen had come out. It's been the same ever since so I'm starting to wonder if this not masturbating and semen retention is actually healthy for you.

[@WeNeedMorePositivityInTheWorld]

It is healthy nofap is the way.

[@raymonkravagna278]

@@WeNeedMorePositivityInTheWorld maybe for some people but it sure doesn't seem healthy for me with all the issues I have been having ever since

[@fredferd2649]

It is not!

[@davidtweedy8036]

Hugging my dog is the best🤗

[@munirtaher5666]

Peanut Butter has more fat than protein Dr Leigh but we got it its healthy for sure

[@alexmckee5898]

It’s going to get hard after the one year mark

[@denisjunc1331]

You mean it’s going to get easier?😢

[@giacomomartinelli5185]

If you want to make your workout sessions more efficient prepare a playlist of some good Power Metal to listen to. Some Rhapsody, some Sabaton, some Vision Divine and you'll have the strenght of a dragon! Guaranteed!!!

[@joemorris2814]

Work out? My job is so tiring; it's very physical so I don't have energy or the will to exercise further. What is a head band? I can't see a link to find out? If the thing links to a smartphone I can't use them. Hugs would be great, if I had anyone to hug! Thanks for your help, though, it is good and gives perspective; I'm not alone!

[@josephpriester4524]

Like

[@amanarya8786]

Thnx mam loved it

[@ralphmaver1489]

I've had a fall down.

[@sky9apache]

Muse headband must be a sponsor... Karen

[@alialzaidi6094]

🥀

[@alialzaidi6094]

I love peanut butter and banana 😋

[@joe040294]

Thanks :)

[@Meantime_Creations]

I need help.

[@tommac21]

Why bother it doesn't mattet

[@ashog1426]

Working out is my favorite way lol

[@devilisbackk]

Always control your brain or it will control you 🤟😉

[@joserodriguez-pu9ev]

Cold showers

[@stevenfilmco-8567]

your right about bananas i always buy green ones

[@stryk3r]

Just busted to this video. smh

[@solid3793]

I workout mainly cardio, squad and fasting keeps body feel good and 🍆 hard and long 😂

[@UncleRobsGarage]

Dr Trish you are an absolutely gorgeous woman and I have a question where in the world did you get so sunburned?

[@Sirrehpotsirch]

Would you PLEASE stop wearing low-cut blouses. I'm trying to concentrate on what you are say.

[@gaborb6577]

that is the excercise. watch other videos

[@mehranmir8137]

What if there are no random erections but there are night erections , a little bit weak but they are there. Does this mean PIED is going away with time while on a reboot??? Please answer.

[@iaingraham4911]

Cashew nuts and peanuts

[@robbiegibson4112]

I can't follow you any longer. You induce self doubt etc.

[@TaraSvp]

Thanks a lot dr. You are like a god or an angel to us. Many times I have went through relapses but you are the one showing us the correct path. I will never ever go back to this bat habit and I am on the journey to get the best health from now on. No matter how many thoughts I get in from now to go back to the harmful screen your videos and your thoughts will help me succeed in the way. Thanks a lot again Mam.