In this episode of Tea with Jules, Jules sits down with one of Australia’s leading
neuroscientists, Dr Lila Landowski, for a fascinating, eye-opening conversation about what’s really going on inside our brains - and how modern life, social media, habits, multitasking, and AI are quietly reshaping the way we think, feel, focus, and connect.
If you’ve ever wondered why your attention feels scattered, why habits are so hard to stick to, or why scrolling leaves you exhausted but oddly unsatisfied - this episode will make you feel deeply seen (and a lot more informed).
Together, Jules and Lila break down complex brain science into practical, relatable moments.
What you'll learn in this episode:
- Why your brain craves shortcuts and how habits are actually formed at neurological level
- The real reason motivation drops off when there’s no immediate reward
- How dopamine works as both a reward and a habit-builder
- Why multitasking feels productive but is actually draining your brain’s energy
- How social media is designed to fragment attention and keep you scrolling
- Why face-to-face connection gives us brain chemicals that texting never can
- What boredom actually does for creativity (and why kids need it)
- How exercise, silence, and green space physically improve brain health
- Why AI worries neuroscientists and how to use it without outsourcing your thinking
- What happens to the brain as we age (and how to protect it)
- The powerful science of belief effects and how mindset literally changes physiology
Disclaimer:
This podcast episode is intended for general information and personal reflection only. The content shared is not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or mental health advice. If you are experiencing ongoing distress or mental health concerns, please seek support from a qualified healthcare professional.
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Credits:
Sound Engineer & Music: @kailesh_reitmans
Videographer & Editor: @nathan_niguidula
Producer: @lisajohnston_ @julessebastian
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