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

Duración Promedio

Inglés

Idioma

Categorías:
Ciencia
Duración Total:

69 hr 58 min

Todos los Episodios

Who's Got Your Back?
13 Dic, 2018

How do you build feelings of trust and security? Our Happiness Guinea Pig learns some truths about what it takes to feel supported. Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/mr4defr6

Duración: 17 min
Being Kinder to Yourself
06 Dic, 2018

When you’re helping others cope with stress and anxiety, how do you deal with your own? Psychiatrist Elizabeth Guinto tries a practice to be kinder to herself. Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/yer2c25p

Duración: 19 min
W. Kamau Bell’s Thoughts on Awkward Relationships and Bridging Divides
29 Nov, 2018

Comedian W. Kamau Bell discusses the challenges of finding common ground, even with people in your own family. Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/ys466txk

Duración: 15 min
Find That Inner Calm
22 Nov, 2018

International megastar Daniel Wu tries a practice that brings him calm amidst the chaos. Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/bdfcws4a

Duración: 17 min
These Words Cause Happiness
15 Nov, 2018

Did you know that you have the power to spark happiness in someone else's brain with just a few simple words? College student Eva Dickerson shares how she spread happiness across her campus, equipped with just her iPhone and some …

Duración: 16 min
A Simple Recipe for Happiness
08 Nov, 2018

Our Happiness Guinea Pig, children's author Joanne Rocklin, shares her happiness practice: bringing people together to share a meal. It took on a deeper meaning for her after a recent tragedy. Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/3m5b4sw8

Duración: 21 min
Can’t Relax? This Will Help
01 Nov, 2018

Why does a bath or swim feel so relaxing? Our guest shares her own happiness practice--spending time in water--which science is finding can make us happier and healthier. Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/5n8uyznd

Duración: 16 min
How to Make a Real Apology
25 Oct, 2018

"I'm sorry you feel that way." Some apologies can actually make things worse. Our Happiness Guinea Pigs, Jolenta Greenburg and Kristin Meinzer of the By the Book podcast, try a more effective way of saying sorry. Link to Episode Transcript: …

Duración: 23 min
How to Deal with Uncertainty
18 Oct, 2018

How do you respond when you feel threatened or defensive? Our Happiness Guinea Pig, writer Wajahat Ali, discovers a way to keep himself centered amidst the challenges and chaos of life. Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/yc5msv7x

Duración: 19 min
BONUS: The Science of Happiness at Work
11 Oct, 2018

What would make you happier at work? Featuring some of our happiness guinea pigs, we share the latest insights and research on well-being and happiness in the workplace. Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/3uhb58b8

Duración: 57 min