The Science of Happiness

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

261

Episodios

16 min 5 sec

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Categorías:
Ciencia
Duración Total:

69 hr 58 min

Todos los Episodios

Happiness Break: How to Awaken Joy, with Spring Washam
06 Oct, 2022

Cultivate more joy in your life with this practice led by meditation teacher and author Spring Washam. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/yckujpr3 How to Do This Practice: Think about an area of your life that brings you joy, it could …

Duración: 10 min
Why Listen to the Other Side?
29 Sep, 2022

These days, it's hard to imagine befriending people with different politics than your own. But these two men did it using a tried and true practice. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/yfuhemz2 Episode summary: When a graphic work of art depicting …

Duración: 16 min
Happiness Break: Six Minutes to Connect with Your Body, with Dacher Keltner
22 Sep, 2022

Dedicating a little time to tune into your body fortifies you to better handle the stresses of daily life. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/38tkd87r How to Do This Practice: Find a quiet place where you feel safe and comfortable.You can …

Duración: 7 min
Nine Steps to Forgiveness
15 Sep, 2022

How do you forgive someone while still holding them accountable? What if that person is yourself? This week, our guest tries a practice in forgiving herself and someone else. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/3mbkrn9u Episode summary: Anoosha Syed appreciates her …

Duración: 18 min
Happiness Break: A Note to Self on Forgiveness, with Alex Elle
08 Sep, 2022

Letting go of our regrets can motivate us to improve and help us grow. Alex Elle, a certified breathwork and writing coach, guides us through a meditation to forgive and accept ourselves. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/35tubarw How to Do …

Duración: 11 min
When Rumination Is a Good Thing
01 Sep, 2022

When's the last time you made a good memory — intentionally? Our guest tries a practice in cultivating positive experiences and taking time to savor them. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2kwpfu7a Episode summary: Life doesn't always hand us good times, …

Duración: 21 min
Happiness Break: A Meditation to Connect to Your Roots, with Yuria Celidwen
25 Ago, 2022

When was the last time you thought about your ancestors? This guided meditation by indigenous scholar Yuria Celidwen will help you connect to your heritage and reap the potent benefits of remembering your roots. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/3mrd6247 How …

Duración: 10 min
Riding The Waves of Anxiety
18 Ago, 2022

Comedian Aparna Nancherla has always struggled with anxiety — can a new technique help her cope? Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/33y2hta5 Episode summary: Comedian Aparna Nancherla has always struggled with anxiety. Starting a new task at work, writing her book, …

Duración: 21 min
Happiness Break: Walk Your Way to Calm, with Dacher Keltner
11 Ago, 2022

A few slow, mindful paces can lower your cortisol and make you more at ease. Psychologist Dacher Keltner guides you through this Walking Meditation. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/5cxymy8e How to Do This Practice: Find a relatively peaceful space that …

Duración: 6 min
36 Questions to Spark Intimacy
04 Ago, 2022

What if you could fall in love, or forge deep connections in just 45 minutes? Our guests try out 36 questions with their partners to see if they can strengthen their connection. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/3vxdzmnv Episode summary: There …

Duración: 18 min