The Science of Happiness
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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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76 hr 57 min
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The Healing Effects of Experiencing Wildlife
18 Jul, 2024Safe encounters with wildlife can deepen our appreciation for nature, and for other people. Craig Foster of “My Octopus Teacher” shares his transformational experiences with the animals of the ocean.Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/murmd98bEpisode SummaryVenturing into nature and experiencing wildlife …
Duración: 24 minHappiness Break: Experience Nature Wherever You Are, with Dacher (Encore)
11 Jul, 2024Just 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 your neighborhood.Link to episode transcript: …
Duración: 7 minHow Exploring New Places Can Make You Feel Happier
04 Jul, 2024Exploring novel places and having diverse experiences is important to our well-being and can make us feel happier. This week, Ike Sriskandarajah, a producer for This American Life, takes us with him as he explores new parts of New York …
Duración: 20 minThe Value of Variety and Novelty
04 Jul, 2024Exploring novel places and having diverse experiences is important to our well-being and can make us feel happier. This week, Ike Sriskandarajah, a producer for This American Life, takes us with him as he explores new parts of New York …
Duración: 20 minHappiness Break: How to Ground Yourself in Nature, with Yuria Celidwen (Encore)
27 Jun, 2024Connect 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/3at8hrsuHow to Do This Practice: If possible, go outside and find some natural …
Duración: 10 minHow To Unwind By Doing Mindful Yard Work
20 Jun, 2024Everyday activities, such as cleaning and gardening, can be sources of joy and opportunities for mindfulness. This week, our guest shares his experience practicing mindful sweeping on the temple stairs in Kyoto, Japan with Shoukei Matsumoto, a Buddhist monk.Link to …
Duración: 23 minHappiness Break: How to Relax Your Body Through A Standing Meditation, With Sherry Zhang
13 Jun, 2024Last week on The Science of Happiness, we discussed the scientifically proven health benefits of the ancient Chinese practice of qigong with Harvard psychologist Peter Wayne. This week, we practice a standing meditation, with qigong master Sherry Zhang. Link to …
Duración: 5 minHow Qigong Can Calm Your Mind and Body
06 Jun, 2024Studies show qigong can strengthen your body and mind, and reduce cortisol levels. We explore this Chinese meditative movement practice that dates back over 4,000 years.Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2ywsck4eEpisode summary: Finding calm in your day to day life can …
Duración: 22 minHappiness Break: A Meditation on How To Be Your Best Self, with Justin Michael Williams
30 May, 2024Here's a favorite of ours: 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/5xm9ckffHow to Do This Practice: Close your eyes, take a few deep breaths, …
Duración: 7 minEncore: Why We Need Friends With Shared Interests
23 May, 2024She's the world's leading animal behaviorist and an autism advocacy leader. Guest Temple Grandin shares what kind of support systems led her to success, and we hear about how community, and lack thereof, affects our health and ability to succeed. …
Duración: 17 min
