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 Ground Yourself, with Yuria Celidwen
28 Jul, 2022

Connect to yourself and the land you stand on in under 10 minutes with this grounding practice led by Indigenous scholar Dr. Yuria Celidwen. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/mwkzku66 How to Do This Practice: If possible, go outside and find …

Duración: 10 min
How to Feel Less Lonely and More Connected
21 Jul, 2022

When we feel more connected, we're kinder and care more for others. After 21 years of being incarcerated, our guest Simon Liu, of Bay Area Freedom House Collective, tries a practice that helps him remember the profound connections he's made …

Duración: 20 min
Happiness Break: Experience Nature Wherever You Are, with Dacher Keltner
14 Jul, 2022

Just a few moments of tuning into nature can make you feel more inspired, connected, and less lonely. Let us guide you through a five-minute noticing nature practice — you don't even have to leave the city. Link to episode …

Duración: 7 min
How to Make Better Decisions (Encore)
07 Jul, 2022

Can practicing mindfulness make us wiser? Judge Jeremy Fogel explores how being present in the moment helps him keep a clear mind and stay connected to his true values. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2fk69bvw Episode summary: What do you think …

Duración: 18 min
Happiness Break: 36 Questions to Feel Connected, with Dacher Keltner
30 Jun, 2022

Having close bonds with others is one of the most important things to our happiness. Host Dacher Keltner walks you through a practice you can do with someone else to create new bonds or strengthen old ones. Plus, hear some …

Duración: 8 min
How to Say "Sorry" Like You Mean It
23 Jun, 2022

Apologies are key to successful relationships. But are you doing them right? Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/38dfpe8p Episode summary: We all have moments when we say or do something we later regret. Then the time comes to make an apology. …

Duración: 17 min
Happiness Break: How To Be Your Best Self, with Justin Michael Williams
16 Jun, 2022

Visualize your best possible self and tap into your inherent enough-ness with this guided meditation by Justin Michael Williams. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/25sza2ev How to Do This Practice: Close your eyes, take a few deep breaths and visualize your …

Duración: 8 min
The Questions to Ask Yourself in an Argument
09 Jun, 2022

Our guest explores how reminding yourself that you don't know everything can have a profound impact on your relationships, and our society. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/mry7tv66 Episode summary: Jinho “Piper” Ferreira is a playwright, a rapper, and a former …

Duración: 13 min
Happiness Break: How to Be Your Own Best Friend, with Kristin Neff
02 Jun, 2022

Take 10 minutes to be guided through a practice of meaningful self-kindness: A self-compassion break with Kristin Neff. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/427x7e6c How to Do This Practice: Think of a situation in your life that is difficult and is …

Duración: 9 min
Catch Yourself in a Dream
26 May, 2022

Have you ever known you're dreaming while you're asleep? Our guests try practices to help induce lucid dreams, and we hear what they can teach us about consciousness. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/y4z8suca Episode summary: How do you know you’re …

Duración: 19 min