Big Brains Why The Secret To Health Lies In The Mind-body Connection, with Ellen Langer
Sep 7, 2023
Renowned Harvard psychologist Ellen Langer discusses her groundbreaking research on the mind-body connection and the power of mindfulness. She shares surprising findings on the impact of mindset on physical health, sleep, and performance. Langer emphasizes the need to explore the limits of human capabilities and critiques the healthcare system. Overall, she presents a compelling case for the transformative power of mindfulness in improving our health and well-being.
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Cancer's Mysterious Remission
- Ellen Langer's mother had terminal cancer that mysteriously went into spontaneous remission.
- This personal experience laid the foundation for Langer's lifelong research into the mind-body connection.
Mindfulness Redefinition
- Mindfulness is defined as actively noticing new things and respecting uncertainty, not meditation.
- This approach combats mindlessness, which Langer sees as the root cause of many problems.
The Counterclockwise Study
- A study had elderly men live in a retrofitted environment from 20 years prior and act like their younger selves.
- They showed improvements in vision, hearing, strength, memory, and even appeared younger.