Feeling Overworked? Take a Fika Break (The Science of…

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. A short break does more than just fuel our bodies, it strengthens our minds. Our overworked guest tries the Swedish practice of ‘Fika’ – taking short coffee breaks throughout the work day.Episode summary: In the United States, we’re taught that it’s a good thing to work more, … Read more

How To Step into Harmony With Nature (The Science of…

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Walking can increase our sense of connectedness with the earth and motivation to take climate action, which might be an important aspect of your well-being.This is the third and final episode of our special series, Climate, Hope & Science. We explore the intersection of environmental well-being and … Read more

Happiness Break: Contemplating our Interdependence…

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Take ten minutes to renew your connection to the Earth through this guided meditation on our interdependence with the ecosystem. How to Do This Practice:Today’s Happiness Break host: Find a comfortable place to do this practice, relax into your body. Wherever you are, start to acknowledge your … Read more

Why We Need Friends with Shared Interests (The…

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Episode summary: Having strong relationships is vital to our well-being. We tend to be happier and healthier when we’re involved with community. Today’s guest is the world-famous scientist Temple Grandin. She was born with autism, which led her to be socially isolated from her peers. Join us … Read more

Happiness Break: Embodying Resilience, With Prentiss…

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. What if you could tap into your inherent resilience at any time? Prentis Hemphill guides a meditation to turn good memories into a state of resilience. How to Do This Resilience Practice: Find a position that is comfortable for you, whether that is sitting, laying down or … Read more

Visualizing Your Purpose, with Dacher

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Happiness Break: Visualizing Your Purpose, with Dacher Finding a greater sense of purpose can help us achieve our goals and strengthen our relationships. Dacher leads a meditation to find purpose by imagining a better world. How to Do This Practice:Today’s Happiness Break host: Find a comfortable place … Read more

The Case for Hope, with Rebecca Solnit (The Science…

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. In the first episode in our series Climate, Hope and Science, we explore how embracing uncertainty enables us to move beyond climate anxiety and despair to hope and action, with author and activist Rebecca Solnit. This is the first episode of our special series, Climate, Hope & … Read more