I didn’t realize love could make my nervous system feel quiet. Not numb. Not anxious. Not waiting for the catch. Just… calm. This weekend, I learned what it feels like when someone loves you in a way your body isn’t used to—and why even the good can
After a few months off this summer—off from teaching, writing, structure, and sometimes even from myself—I’ve returned to something steady. But not by accident. This season is all about being intentional. Not perfect. Not always certain. But grounded in the kind of choices that align with the
Before beginning this blog post, I want to acknowledge that I originally wrote it in early May. It's been sitting in drafts for over three months—and in that time, two of the three connections I mention ended abruptly, and I had to navigate the emotional weight of
Two years ago, when I faced overwhelming emotional pain, I spiraled in ways that felt impossible to recover from. I chased relief through alcohol, public meltdowns on social media, and desperately sought validation from people who couldn’t hold space for me. But this time was different. Last week, I
As Lent ends and Easter arrives, I find myself reflecting on more than just the completion of a 40-day fast. This journey has been about death—and resurrection. Letting go of what no longer serves me. Making room for what brings true peace. And allowing something holy to rise in
The last two weeks of Lent brought clarity, growth, and new revelations about the strides I’ve made during this dopamine detox. I've noticed a clear shift—not only in where I seek joy, but in how I handle stress, connection, and emotional regulation. Situations that would have
This blog is my personal space to reflect, process, and grow. Everything I share is from my perspective and written as part of my healing journey—not to bash anyone or settle old scores. Sometimes I write about people or situations that have shaped me, especially when I’m working
Welcome back. If you’ve been on this journey with me, you’ll know each week of this dopamine detox has brought something new—a different challenge, a deeper insight, a more refined version of who I’m becoming. But this week felt different. Not because it was harder— But
Welcome, welcome! If you're new here, I encourage you to read the first few blog posts before diving into this one—they set the foundation for everything I’ve been working through durinthis dopamine detox journey. Real Results, Real Shifts I’ve continued to make progress in resetting
Two Weeks In—A Whole New State of Mind Welcome to my Week 2 check-in and update on my dopamine detox—and wow, what a week it’s been! Several factors played a role in the progress I’ve made, but the most significant? I was off work all week.
March 11, 2025 Welcome back to Chasing Dopamine! If you’re new here, I’m Tiffaney Green, and I’ve been on a journey to reset my dopamine reward system by giving up four major dopamine triggers for Lent: ✔ Social Media ✔ Energy Drinks ✔ Alcohol ✔ Sex This challenge is inspired by
Since discovering the link between ADHD and dopamine, I’ve been diving deep into research—listening to podcasts, reading and listening to books by experts, and engaging in discussions about the effects of dopamine on the ADHD brain. Through my blog, I’ve reflected on how chasing dopamine has influenced