The Science of Happiness
PRX and Greater Good Science Center
Learn research-tested strategies for a happier, more meaningful life, drawing on the science of compassion, gratitude, mindfulness, and awe. Hosted by award-winning psychologist Dacher Keltner. Co-produced by PRX and UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center. Follow us on Instagram @HappinessPod.
Episodes
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Nov 12, 2020 • 16min
How to Give Up a Grudge
What does it really take to forgive someone? And why should we do it? Our guest, psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman, tries a practice to let go of anger.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/24txsbxz
Oct 29, 2020 • 17min
Why Voting Connects Us
Why do we vote? We explore the science behind what drives us to the polls, and the benefits we reap for ourselves and communities when we cast our ballots.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/56rmwec7
Oct 22, 2020 • 19min
How to Ride With the Pain
It's easy to be anxious and uncertain about the future—especially if you're eight months pregnant. Our guest tries practices to help her deal with whatever life throws her way.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/vrvn5p6a
Oct 8, 2020 • 14min
If You Want to Be More Productive, Cut Yourself Some Slack
Feeling hard on yourself? Pinterest co-founder Evan Sharp learns to quiet his inner critic and tap into his highest potential.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/4pbt5efs
Sep 24, 2020 • 18min
A Cure for Loneliness
Feeling lonely? Former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy learns why focusing on the quality of our relationships, not the quantity, can be an antidote.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2s4m6emb
Aug 27, 2020 • 19min
24 Hours of Kindness
Why should you be nice? Our guest explores how small, daily acts of kindness can produce meaningful life changes.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/5chaxu75
Aug 13, 2020 • 21min
How to Switch Off Your Critics
Do you obsess over negative feedback? Shereen Marisol Meraji, of NPR’s Code Switch, tries a better way to cope.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/epuw68ft
Jul 30, 2020 • 20min
How to Reconnect with Your Partner
A couple try a practice to bring more excitement and passion into their relationship, even while sheltering-in-place.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/bdhkkdvt
Jul 16, 2020 • 21min
Do You Want to Be More Patient?
We can be at our worst with the people we love best. Our guests try ways to be more calm and present with those closest to them.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/ycx4cxam
Jul 2, 2020 • 23min
How to Love People You Don't Like
Our guest tries a practice to help her feel compassion toward others — even those she disagrees with.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/32zrzn5t
