The holiday season is upon us. Despite all the ‘Happy Christmases’ and well wishes, this time of year can be pretty stressful. Professor Paul Dolan shares a dozen tips to guide you through the coming weeks. There are three tips for each of the

R is for Reflection

Oct 30th, 2023 8m 41s

How to get happier is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Whilst some factors will make us all a bit happier, what floats my boat might sink yours. In this episode, Paul talks about how our own pressures to fit into societal moulds and standar

E is for Employment

Oct 30th, 2023 9m 13s

We spend a lot of time at work – about a quarter of it over the course of our lifetime – so it is crucial that our work contributes positively to our happiness.In this episode, Paul explores the factors that makes us happy – and miserable –

I is for Intervention

Oct 30th, 2023 9m 1s

We've all faced moments in our lives where it feels like we've hit a wall. This is when interventions can play a pivotal role. They are all about getting a fresh perspective and jumpstarting our happiness engine. In this episode, Paul looks a

P is for Population

Oct 30th, 2023 8m 4s

In our daily lives, we cannot underestimate the influence the emotional state of other people has on us. This phenomenon, known as emotional contagion, can be subtle yet powerful.In this episode, Paul dissects the impact on our own happiness

P is for Pleasure and Purpose

Oct 30th, 2023 9m 10s

The quest for happiness is a universal one. Whatever else we do in life, and whatever stories we tell, we are each, in our own unique way, striving to feel good.In this episode, Paul describes how good feelings come in two guises: pleasure a

A is for Attention

Oct 30th, 2023 9m 45s

In our fast-paced, distraction-ridden world, our ability to focus and pay attention to what matters most is often compromised.In this episode, Paul describes how what we pay attention to is central to what we do and how we feel, and discusse

H is for Hurdles

Oct 30th, 2023 8m 35s

In our everyday lives, we make decisions that are influenced by biases and mental shortcuts. Sometimes these rules of thumb can be helpful in guiding our choices, but they can also get in the way of us being happier in the modern world.In th

T is for Tales

Oct 30th, 2023 9m 41s

There are countless tales or stories about how we ought to live our lives. From the earliest cave paintings depicting spirits to the fairy tales that offer moral messages to children, stories are universal reference points that guide our lives.

E is for Evidence

Oct 30th, 2023 8m 54s

Happiness is not only – or even – about monumental life events but about the small, daily experiences that bring you happiness. By implementing a more evidence-based approach to your daily life, you can cultivate a lasting sense of happiness.

G is for Go

Oct 30th, 2023 8m 16s

Feel like you're stuck in a loop of harmful habits? The human condition is inherently lazy, and we can find ourselves caught in cycles that often hinder us. So, it's essential to recognise that one of the major obstacles preventing us from beco

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Oct 30th, 2023 2m 11s

We would all like to be a bit happier, but sometimes we make mistakes about what will and will not make us feel better. Paul Dolan, a Professor of Behavioural Science at the LSE hosts this 10 x 10 series as he seeks to summarise what the scienc

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