Portada del podcast The Science of Happiness por PRX and Greater Good Science Center

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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Episodios

16 min 7 sec

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Categorías:
Ciencia
Duración Total:

75 hr 0 min

Todos los Episodios

Encore: The Science of a Good Night's Sleep
09 Nov, 2023

This week we revisit our science-backed tips for a good night's sleep with sleep scientist Eti Ben Simon and host of the Sleep with Me podcast Drew Ackerman. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2p8t47eh Episode summary: A good night’s sleep can …

Duración: 19 min
Happiness Break: Find Calm When You Can't Clear Your Mind, With Lama Rod Owens
02 Nov, 2023

Take a break from ruminating with Lama Rod Owens as he leads you in a meditation to cultivate a sky-like mind. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/5fn7sw7t How to Do This Practice: Find a comfortable position to begin this practice. Turn …

Duración: 7 min
The Science of Singing Along
26 Oct, 2023

For time immemorial, humans have connected deeply through singing with one another. We explore the science behind this, plus how group singing benefits other aspects of our health. Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/bdzkmezu Episode summary: When was the last time …

Duración: 16 min
A Meditation For Connecting In Polarized Times, With Scott Shigeoka
19 Oct, 2023

Having a curious approach to life can improve our mood, creativity and relationships. Scott Shigeoka leads a visualization exercise to help you approach someone you might disagree with with an open and curious mind. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/4dfsxr2x How …

Duración: 9 min
How Holding Yourself Can Reduce Stress
12 Oct, 2023

Simple actions like consciously placing a hand on your heart or hugging yourself can lower your cortisol levels, heart rate, and help you feel less stressed. Our guest tries a practice in self-soothing touch. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2zbykwh6 Episode …

Duración: 16 min
5 Minutes of Progressive Muscle Relaxation, With Jo Qina'au
05 Oct, 2023

When we mindfully tense and then release our muscles, our bodies are telling our brains to relax. Try this practice that's proven to help with depression, anxiety, and stress. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/477t6uhv How to Do This Practice: Find …

Duración: 11 min
How To Use Your Body to Relax your Mind
28 Sep, 2023

Want to destress your mind? Start with your body. Progressive Muscle Relaxation is a practice where you methodically tense and release your muscles to help unwind. Studies show it can reduce anxiety, help you get better sleep and lower depression …

Duración: 19 min
Happiness Break: A Meditation for Groundedness, With Diana Parra (English & Spanish)
21 Sep, 2023

Take a moment to ground yourself with this meditation that helps bring awareness to the relationship between ourselves and the earth beneath us. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2p8vub46 (English) También tenemos esta meditación en Español. How to Do This Practice: …

Duración: 8 min
Happiness Break: Una meditación para enraizar, con Diana Parra (inglés y español)
21 Sep, 2023

Tómate un momento para conectarte con esta meditación que ayuda a tomar conciencia de la relación entre nosotros y la tierra. Enlace a la transcripción: https://tinyurl.com/umu6wx33 We also have this meditation in English — It's on our podcast feed wherever …

Duración: 9 min
Making Difficult Interactions More Respectful
14 Sep, 2023

Dr. Omar Guzman reflects on how a practice to cultivate more respect shaped the way he interacts with his patients. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2fwen962 Episode Summary: As an ER doctor in an overworked healthcare system, Omar Guzman isn’t always …

Duración: 17 min