Expensive dopamine

refers to the satisfaction derived from activities that require effort, delayed gratification, or involve overcoming challenges, leading to long-term fulfillment and a sense of purpose.

Scrolling for hours just gives me cheap dopamine, but finishing a tough workout gives me that unmatched feeling of expensive dopamine.

by mag.z June 29, 2025

chasing the dopamine

chasing the chemical in your brain that makes you feel amazing

I brought an $80 stuffed cow but it was because I was chasing the dopamine.

You have got to stop buying so many water bottles, you’re only chasing the dopamine

by cryinside October 17, 2021