The Molecule of More by Daniel Z. Lieberman and Michael E. Long explores how the brain chemical dopamine drives our desires, ambitions, and creativity. The authors explain that dopamine pushes us to chase new experiences, goals, and rewards—but it also keeps us from feeling satisfied with what we already have. The book contrasts the “dopaminergic” drive for more with the “here-and-now” chemicals that help us enjoy the present. Ultimately, it shows how understanding dopamine can help us balance ambition with contentment in love, work, and life.
