Welcome back to Part 2 of our riveting interview with human optimization expert, Gary Brecka. In Part 1, we explored the surprising ways biology controls your mindset and how discipline can help break bad habits. Now, we're diving deeper. In this episode, we'll continue our journey down the path to winning, focusing on the addictive behaviors that could be sabotaging your success. We're taking a hard look at dopamine deficiency and uncovering the truth behind why you chase certain highs. Here's a hint: it's not what you think. “The absence of dopamine is the presence of addiction.” -Gary Brecka This isn't just another interview. It's a wake-up call to seize control of your biological experience and truly commit to the success you claim to crave. Are you ready? Let's dive back in and conquer those vices once and for all! Follow Gary Brecka Website: https://www.garybrecka.com/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/garybrecka/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gary_brecka Follow Me Tom Bilyeu: Website: https://impacttheoryuniversity.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TomBilyeu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ SPONSORS: Visit https://bit.ly/WildHealthImpact to apply for membership for a better alternative to traditional healthcare. Get $150 OFF your incredible Cold Plunge tub when you use code IMPACT at https://bit.ly/PlungeImpact Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at https://bit.ly/AG1Impact. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://bit.ly/BetterhelpImpact and get on your way to being your best self. Head over to https://bit.ly/AnthrosImpact and get $200 off the office chair that promises to be the world's most comfortable sitting experience. Sign up today at https://bit.ly/ButcherBoxImpact and use code IMPACT to get a FREE TURKEY ​plus $20 off your first order.​ Get $300 into your brokerage account when you invest $5k within your first 90 days by going to https://bit.ly/FacetImpact. Head to www.insidetracker.com and use code “IMPACTTHEORY” to get 20% off! Get 20% off + free shipping with the code IMPACT at www.manscaped.com! Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact? If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you. Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness. This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day. Subscription Benefits: Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more New episodes delivered ad-free Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more: Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement Money Mindset: Business & Finance Relationship Theory: Relationships Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices