The Science of Happiness
Learn research-tested strategies for a happier, more meaningful life, drawing on the science of compassion, gratitude, mindfulness, and awe. Hosted by award-winning psychologist Dacher Keltner. Co-produced by PRX and UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center. Follow us on Instagram @HappinessPod.
Autor: PRX and Greater Good Science Center
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69 hr 58 min
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How to Make Life More Meaningful
22 Dic, 2022Chris Sharma is one of the greatest rock climbers of all time, and he's taking on some of the biggest challenges in life: becoming a parent and starting his own business. Chris tries a practice shown to help us craft …
Duración: 18 minHappiness Break: Finding Presence Through Your Senses, with Dacher Keltner
15 Dic, 2022Sight, smell, touch, sound, and taste: all of our five senses provide unique pathways to presence and happiness. We spend a few minutes being mindful of each one. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/be39r98y How to Do This Practice: Find a …
Duración: 7 minThe Science of Synchronized Movement
08 Dic, 2022Moving in sync with someone else — even a total stranger — can change how you feel about them, and how you act, without you realizing it. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2baf5v3u Episode summary: When was the last time you …
Duración: 17 minHappiness Break: Tune Into Your Body, with Radha Agrawal
01 Dic, 2022Happiness isn't only in your head — your body is important, too. This week, Radha Agrawal leads us in a short Japanese calisthenics practice called Radio Taiso. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/mr46zeb9 Check out Radha Agrawal’s video guide to this …
Duración: 7 minHow to Practice Gratitude When You're Not Feeling Thankful
24 Nov, 2022One way to feel more thankful for things is to imagine life without them. Our guest tries a practice for seeing the bright side, even when you feel down. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/5n783z4e Episode summary: We know that gratitude …
Duración: 16 minHappiness Break: 5 Minutes of Gratitude, with Dacher Keltner
17 Nov, 2022Not sure how to start practicing gratitude? Psychologist Dacher Keltner guides you through a practice that can help you see the good things in your life that you might otherwise overlook. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/yc7bvkpr How to Do This …
Duración: 7 minThe Emerging Science of ASMR (Encore)
10 Nov, 2022There are millions of YouTube videos with people crinkling bubble wrap or whispering about folding laundry. Our guest talks about why autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) makes her, and many others, feel more calm and happy. Link to episode transcript: …
Duración: 18 minHappiness Break: Making Space for You, with Alex Elle
03 Nov, 2022Consider what you want to make space for in your life in this 6-minute contemplation guided by Alex Elle. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2vxehzrk How to Do This Practice: Take a few deep breaths. File up your belly on each …
Duración: 6 minHappiness Break: Restore Through Silence, with Tricia Hersey
20 Oct, 2022When was the last time you spent a moment savoring silence? Tricia Hersey, aka The Nap Bishop, guides us through an appreciation of silence and its restorative powers. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2s37nzdy Scientists have found that spending just two …
Duración: 9 minHow to Focus Under Pressure
13 Oct, 2022Jeopardy! champion Amy Schneider tries a body scan meditation to sharpen her focus and calm her nerves as she prepares for the Tournament of Champions. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/yckfxnu5 Episode summary: Amy Schneider is the most successful woman to …
Duración: 18 min
