Dr Fred Luskin, a clinical psychologist at Stanford University, discusses the power of forgiveness for mental and physical health. He explains how forgiveness can lower blood pressure, reduce depression, and improve relationships. The podcast explores practical strategies for letting go of grudges and resentments, highlighting the transformative impact of forgiveness on overall well-being.

In relationships between imperfect people, mistakes are inevitable. And when we find ourselves with damaged connections, it’s a specific kind of communication that can help us make amends.Fred Luskin is the Director of the Stanford University Forgiveness Project, and has devoted much of his career to researching the way forgiveness affects our psychological, relational, and physical health.“Apology is one of the few things that research shows actually facilitates forgiveness,” Luskin explains. In this Think Fast, Talk Smart podcast with host and strategic communication lecturer Matt Abrahams, Luskin outlines what it means to truly say we’re sorry.Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn,  Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn ********Become a Faster Smarter Supporter by joining TFTS Premium.

Fred Luskin, world's leading researcher on forgiveness, discusses the impact of forgiveness on mental health, setting boundaries, challenging unenforceable rules, and the need for gratitude and positive intention in the forgiveness process.