Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Habitual Homeostasis with Dr. Matthew Sharps

Mind Pilot

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Mind Pilot Episode 35:
Tune in to "Mind Pilot" with Dr. Jana Price-Sharps for a riveting discussion on the science of changing habits and the often overlooked challenge of homeostasis. Dr. Matthew Sharps joins us to demystify how our body's quest for a steady state can interfere with modifying behaviors, especially among first responders. Discover the profound impact of adrenaline on our decision-making and learn why even detrimental patterns can be so hard to break. Whether it's dealing with post-shift adrenaline or the subconscious expectations of order at home, this episode sheds light on the psychological underpinnings of our daily routines and offers insights into why we resist change. If you've ever found yourself stuck in an automatic way of thinking or acting, this podcast will guide you through understanding and altering your homeostatic patterns. #HabitChange #Homeostasis #FirstResponders #MindPilot #BehavioralPsychology #AdrenalineEffects #PsychologyPodcast
Topics Covered:

• Understanding Homeostasis: Dr. Matthew Sharps explains the concept of homeostasis and its role in maintaining habitual behavior.
• Challenges in Habit Change: Insights into why breaking old habits is difficult, especially in high-stress professions like first responders.
• Adrenaline’s Double-Edged Sword: A look at how adrenaline influences our need for action and impacts our cognitive functions during stress.
• Home Environment vs. Work Expectations: Discussion on how the order and discipline from a first responder’s work life can clash with the chaos of home life.
• The Gestalt of Behavior: Unpacking the concept of gestalt in psychology and how it relates to our perception and interaction with the world.