Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee BITESIZE | Why Kindness is the Superpower You Didn’t Know You Had | Claudia Hammond #375
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Jun 29, 2023 Claudia Hammond, an award-winning broadcaster and psychology lecturer, shares fascinating insights into the transformative power of kindness. She discusses how compassionate behavior not only aids others but also enhances our own mental and physical health, acting as a buffer against stress and even promoting longevity. Hammond explores kindness as both an inherent trait and a developable skill, offering practical tips for weaving it into daily life. She emphasizes that recognizing daily acts of kindness can elevate both the giver and receiver's well-being.
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Spending on Others Boosts Well-being
- Researchers gave people money and told half to spend it on themselves and half on others.
- Those who spent on others reported higher well-being, demonstrating the positive impact of kindness.
Small Acts, Big Impact
- Small acts of kindness, like a brief chat, can significantly impact others.
- Such interactions may be the only human contact someone has all day, alleviating loneliness.
Talking to Strangers
- People are often hesitant to talk to strangers, fearing negative judgment.
- Research by Gillian Sandstrom shows most people enjoy these interactions, contrary to common fears.