PRX and Greater Good Science Center
The Science of Happiness
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Experiencing awe can help us slow down and connect to the world around us. So how can we harness the power of this feeling? Host Dacher Keltner leads us in a colorful meditation to bring about awe. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.co
Hearing birdsong can help us feel less anxious, recover from stress faster, and even reduce muscle tension ... but can it help us fall asleep? Drew Ackerman of Sleep With Me podcast listens to recordings of birdsongs to see if it'll help with i
Pilina is an indigenous Hawaiian word, or concept, that describes our deep interconnectedness. Harvard Clinical Psychology Fellow Jo Qina'au guides us through a contemplation of our profound interrelationships.Link to Episode Transcript: http
Thinking about happy memories activates reward centers in our brains, and can help us feel more connected and accepted. Palestinian-American poet Naomi Shihab Nye discovers the joy-bringing power of recalling her good childhood memories.Link
A walking meditation led by 10% Happier Host Dan HarrisHow to Do This Practice:Begin walking.Bring your awareness to the present moment, noticing sights and sounds around you. When your mind wanders to worries or other thoughts, gently
Finding ways to bend tasks toward your strengths and passions can make you happier, more productive and find more meaning in your life — no matter your job.Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/4ky325rsEpisode summary:When the
Accepting difficult feelings like anger or irritation can help us keep our cool, feel better overall, and find calm on the other side.Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/n6hm5yhzHow to Do This Practice:Begin the practice by s
We learn techniques for working across the aisle without compromising our values from a Democratic politician in one of the most conservative states, Oklahoma.Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/w2a9a42pEpisode summary:Tryin
Beyond just feeling good, studies show experiencing other people's joy makes us more compassionate and satisfied with life.Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/43e35j37How to Do This Practice:Find a comfortable position to beg
When we remember the times someone had our back, it changes the way we view ourselves and the world. Our guest explores what happens when trying a practice to feel more supported.Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/mrpyr8a7Epi
Indigenous artist Lyla June leads a 5-minute freewriting exercise about our personal journeys. Autobiographical writing has been shown to help do better in relationships and feel more satisfied in life.Link to episode transcript: https://tiny
Playfulness can improve your relationships, help you excel at work, and reduce stress. We explore a strategy shown to help you become more playful.Link to episode transcript: http://tinyurl.com/b5xc78r3Episode summary:Patricia Mebrahtu
We all have a playful side, and research shows acting on it can help us when we need to move through challenging emotions, manage conflict, and be more creative.Link to episode transcript: http://tinyurl.com/4bxtn9ekHow to Do This Practice:
When we devote a little time to the other people in our life, we actually feel like we have more of it. Our guest tried a practice to regain control of his time and scheduleLink to episode transcript: http://tinyurl.com/mr3r6jfnEpisode su
When we treat ourselves with kindness and gratitude, research shows we feel more motivated and less self-critical. Meditation teacher Jack Kornfield leads in a practice where we gently turn inward.Link to episode transcript: http://tinyurl.co
Our guest tried a practice in Radical Acceptance, a Buddhist principle made popular by today's expert, psychologist Tara Brach. Link to episode transcript: http://tinyurl.com/362m4n3bEpisode summary:Sometimes, a setback in work or life
A meditation in meeting our most difficult emotions — like anger, disappointment, or fear — with mindfulness and gentle care.Link to episode transcript: http://tinyurl.com/48jas955How to Do This Practice:When you come up against something
What happens when we intentionally look for beautiful things in our day-to-day lives? We explore a lab-tested practice shown to help you feel happier.Link to Transcript: http://tinyurl.com/yretvrkpEpisode summary:When was the last time yo
Research shows feeling connected with nature can lower our stress response. This visualization meditation can help you feel at ease, no matter where you are.Link to episode transcript: http://tinyurl.com/2k6pdh7nHow to Do This Practice:It
Join our limited newsletter The Science of Habits to get curated, science-backed tips to help make your New Years resolution stick in 2024.https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/podcasts/habitsWe explore how the science of behavior change can help us fo
When we imagine our best possible selves in our relationships, we feel more motivated to achieve our goals and a greater sense of control over our lives. This week, Dacher leads a visualization exercise in preparation for the new year.Join o
Join our limited newsletter, The Science of Habits, to get curated, science-backed tips to help make your New Year's resolution stick in 2024.https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/podcasts/habitsWe explore how contemplating our heritage can make us fee
Join our limited newsletter The Science of Habits to get curated, science-backed tips to help make your New Years resolution stick in 2024.https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/podcasts/habitsWhen we practice forgiveness, studies show we can have healt
Join our limited newsletter The Science of Habits to get curated, science-backed tips to help make your New Years resolution stick in 2024.https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/podcasts/habitsWhen we're more curious, we are more likely to be happier an
Chef and author Bryant Terry leads us through a visualization to connect with our ancestors by appreciating our families' traditional foods.Join our limited newsletter The Science of Habits to get curated, science-backed tips to help make y
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