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385 The Molecule of More: Addiction, Behavior and What Really Fills the Void With Author Michael Long

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Why do we always want more, even when we know it won’t make us happy?

In this episode, I speak with Michael Long, co-author of The Molecule of More and author of Taming the Molecule of More, about the true nature of dopamine, craving, and how to reclaim our power from the constant chase for the next hit—whether it's drugs, sugar, social media, or even achievement.

We explore:

  • The surprising truth about what dopamine actually does

  • Why the feeling of “wanting” hijacks the brain—and how it relates to addiction

  • How GLP-1 medications (like semaglutide) may help reduce cravings—and why they’re not a magic fix

  • The 6 tools from ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) that help us create space between craving and choice

  • What Victor Frankl got right about meaning—and how to find your own

  • Why "enoughness" in the present moment is the antidote to always wanting more

If you struggle with addiction, compulsive behavior, or the nagging sense that you’re never quite satisfied—this episode offers insight, hope, and actionable tools to reclaim peace, purpose, and presence.

📘 Learn more or join Michael’s book club at tamingthemolecule.com

So without further delay, please enjoy this episode, and let me know what you think!

👊🏼Need help applying this information to your own life?

Here are 3 ways to get started:

🎁Free Guide: 30 Tips for Your First 30 Days - With a printable PDF checklist

Grab your copy here: https://www.soberlifeschool.com

🎁Free Journaling Exercise: How To Get Unstuck, Be Consistent & Reach Your Goals

Download Here: https://www.innercompassprogram.com

☎️Private Coaching: Make Sobriety Stick

https://www.makesobrietystick.com

Subscribe So You Don’t Miss New Episodes!

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music, or you can stream it from my website HERE. You can also watch the interview on YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/@theonedayatatimepodcast?sub_confirmation=1

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-one-day-at-a-time-recovery-podcast/id1212504521

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4I23r7DBTpT8XwUUwHRNpB

Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a8eb438c-5af1-493b-99c1-f218e5553aff/the-one-day-at-a-time-recovery-podcast

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Why do we always want more, even when we know it won’t make us happy?

In this episode, I speak with Michael Long, co-author of The Molecule of More and author of Taming the Molecule of More, about the true nature of dopamine, craving, and how to reclaim our power from the constant chase for the next hit—whether it's drugs, sugar, social media, or even achievement.

We explore:

  • The surprising truth about what dopamine actually does

  • Why the feeling of “wanting” hijacks the brain—and how it relates to addiction

  • How GLP-1 medications (like semaglutide) may help reduce cravings—and why they’re not a magic fix

  • The 6 tools from ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) that help us create space between craving and choice

  • What Victor Frankl got right about meaning—and how to find your own

  • Why "enoughness" in the present moment is the antidote to always wanting more

If you struggle with addiction, compulsive behavior, or the nagging sense that you’re never quite satisfied—this episode offers insight, hope, and actionable tools to reclaim peace, purpose, and presence.

📘 Learn more or join Michael’s book club at tamingthemolecule.com

So without further delay, please enjoy this episode, and let me know what you think!

👊🏼Need help applying this information to your own life?

Here are 3 ways to get started:

🎁Free Guide: 30 Tips for Your First 30 Days - With a printable PDF checklist

Grab your copy here: https://www.soberlifeschool.com

🎁Free Journaling Exercise: How To Get Unstuck, Be Consistent & Reach Your Goals

Download Here: https://www.innercompassprogram.com

☎️Private Coaching: Make Sobriety Stick

https://www.makesobrietystick.com

Subscribe So You Don’t Miss New Episodes!

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music, or you can stream it from my website HERE. You can also watch the interview on YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/@theonedayatatimepodcast?sub_confirmation=1

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-one-day-at-a-time-recovery-podcast/id1212504521

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4I23r7DBTpT8XwUUwHRNpB

Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a8eb438c-5af1-493b-99c1-f218e5553aff/the-one-day-at-a-time-recovery-podcast

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