In this episode Matt speaks with psychiatrist and mental health trailblazer, Dr Alberto Pertusa, to discuss if we are actually misunderstanding the core definition of happiness, or is our modern world simply an attention-harvesting trap keeping us broke and burned out?

They cover the commercial hype of the instant gratification market, why cheap dopamine hits from doomscrolling don't work, and the distinct unhappiness hidden behind wealth and material possessions.

Beyond that they dive deep into why true happiness is about intentional hardship and purpose—the evolutionary traits connecting entrepreneurs to addiction—and why reaching a state of true flow requires sacrifice, not shortcuts.

Whether you're struggling with brain fog, battling a dopamine crash, or trying to navigate the crowded wellness market to defeat burnout, this episode provides a clinical, 360-degree blueprint for stepping out of the "what-ifs" and getting your brain to operate in a perfect symphony through cutting-edge protocols like ExoMind.

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Guest Info
Website: https://www.londonpsychiatry.clinic/specialists/dr-alberto-pertusa

LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/alberto-pertusa-04487416

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