Why Effort Matters More Than Comfort | Dr Loretta Bruening | Heighten Your 6th Sense
Wed Jan 14 2026
In this episode of Heighten Your 6th Sense, we explore what your brain really rewards and why effort matters more than comfort when it comes to motivation habits and everyday fulfillment.Through a science based conversation this episode breaks down how the brain’s reward system works including the roles of dopamine serotonin oxytocin cortisol and endorphins. You will learn why motivation does not come first how small goals create momentum and why instant gratification often leaves people feeling stuck.We also discuss how modern life constant comparison and comfort driven habits can confuse the brain’s natural wiring and how understanding basic brain chemistry can help people build healthier routines stronger relationships and more sustainable motivation.This episode is designed to be educational and informational offering insights into brain science behavior habits and personal growth without medical claims or quick fixes.To learn more about Dr Loretta Breuning and her work visit innermammalinstitute.org where you can find articles videos podcasts and resources on brain based habits and behavior.If you are interested in brain health motivation habit building self improvement and understanding how the mind works this conversation offers a practical framework to think differently about progress and purpose.#heightenyour6thsense#brainrewardsystem#motivationandhabits#howmotivationworks#effortovercomfort#brainchemistry#habitformation#personalgrowthpodcast#selfimprovementaudio#neuroscienceexplained#humanbehavior#buildingbetterhabits#understandingthebrain#mindsetandmotivation#lifegrowth
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In this episode of Heighten Your 6th Sense, we explore what your brain really rewards and why effort matters more than comfort when it comes to motivation habits and everyday fulfillment.Through a science based conversation this episode breaks down how the brain’s reward system works including the roles of dopamine serotonin oxytocin cortisol and endorphins. You will learn why motivation does not come first how small goals create momentum and why instant gratification often leaves people feeling stuck.We also discuss how modern life constant comparison and comfort driven habits can confuse the brain’s natural wiring and how understanding basic brain chemistry can help people build healthier routines stronger relationships and more sustainable motivation.This episode is designed to be educational and informational offering insights into brain science behavior habits and personal growth without medical claims or quick fixes.To learn more about Dr Loretta Breuning and her work visit innermammalinstitute.org where you can find articles videos podcasts and resources on brain based habits and behavior.If you are interested in brain health motivation habit building self improvement and understanding how the mind works this conversation offers a practical framework to think differently about progress and purpose.#heightenyour6thsense#brainrewardsystem#motivationandhabits#howmotivationworks#effortovercomfort#brainchemistry#habitformation#personalgrowthpodcast#selfimprovementaudio#neuroscienceexplained#humanbehavior#buildingbetterhabits#understandingthebrain#mindsetandmotivation#lifegrowth