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Re:Ways to maximize your cognitive potential by trentmb on Thursday June 30, 2016 @11:32AM (#12009241)
> Novel Activity—>triggers dopamine—>creates a higher motivational state—>which fuels engagement

Is there anyone else that doesn't get this reaction?

I usually just feel tired and then ennui sets in.

Re:Ways to maximize your cognitive potential by Jtsummers on Thursday June 30, 2016 @12:09PM (#12009515)
Perhaps the activity just doesn't interest you or doesn't suit you?

I've been repeatedly frustrated by efforts to learn new languages, and usually let my attempts fade off. Without a clear motivation for learning the language other than to learn it it's hard to maintain the effort. (This has changed recently with my attempt to relearn Spanish, I was almost fluent 18 years ago and now have a good reason to regain and maintain it.)

So what sort of novel activities have left you feeling tired?

Re:Ways to maximize your cognitive potential by ___eponymous___ on Thursday June 30, 2016 @12:21PM (#12009606)
I used to be the same way - it eventually turned out I had ADHD-PI. Now that I take d-methamphetamine that's no longer a problem, fortunately.
Re:Ways to maximize your cognitive potential by adrusi on Thursday June 30, 2016 @11:38AM (#12009284)
That's called depression.