Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

How Being Kind Helps Your Immune System, Reduces Stress and Changes Lives with Dr David Hamilton #104

35 snips
Mar 25, 2020
David Hamilton, a pharmacist-turned-author, discusses the profound impact of kindness on health. He reveals how kindness boosts happiness, strengthens the immune system, and promotes heart health. The conversation dives into the science of the placebo effect, highlighting how belief can lead to real physiological changes. Hamilton also shares insights on oxytocin, the 'kindness hormone,' and its role as an antidote to stress. The podcast inspires listeners to embrace small acts of kindness, illustrating their powerful ripple effects.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
ANECDOTE

Mother's Affirmations

  • David's mother used affirmations and meditation to cope with postnatal depression.
  • This early exposure sparked David's interest in the mind-body connection.
INSIGHT

Placebo Power

  • Placebo effects are often dismissed in drug trials.
  • However, they demonstrate how beliefs create real chemical changes in the brain.
ANECDOTE

Doctor Empathy Study

  • A study showed patients who rated their doctor's empathy as perfect 10/10 had 50% higher immune response.
  • Empathy creates a stronger mind-body connection.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app