Scroll down for transcript. How can we feel more moments of joy? We explore the science of joy and how we can cultivate it in our everyday lives, with poet Ross Gay and psychologist Philip Watkins. Episode summary: Are joy and happiness the same thing? Can you feel joy even in moments of sorrow? This … Read more
Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. When we feel cared for, our cortisol levels drop, we feel safe, and we handle stress better. Dacher leads a meditation to help us focus on the people who make us feel supported. How to Do This Practice:Today’s Happiness Break host: Find a comfortable position to start … Read more
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
Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Indigenous scholar Yuria Celidwen guides us in a meditation to strengthen our sense of belonging and connection to the earth. This Happiness Break is part of our special series, Climate, Hope & Science. In it, we explore the intersection of environmental well-being and our own well-being, where … Read more
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
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
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
Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Take a moment to appreciate the beauty and vastness of the sky. Dacher Keltner guides us through a practice of pausing to turn your gaze to the sky as a pathway to awe, creativity and wonder. Practice: Go someplace where you feel safe and also have a … Read more
Scroll down for a transcription of this episode Episode summary: What happens when we pause and open up to ideas that we didn’t think of ourselves? This episode is about intellectual humility, the ability to surrender to the idea that we might not have all the information or may not be right. Our guest is … Read more
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
Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Why should you be nice? Our guest explores how small, daily acts of kindness can produce meaningful life changes. Episode summary: When you’re kind to someone, the positive impact doesn’t stop with them. In fact, the effect of your kind action can ricochet back to you by … Read more
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
Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Is there such a thing as good stress? Our guest learns to welcome her stress by understanding how it can actually help her, plus tips and tricks to not feel too much of it. Episode summary: Like many of us, our guest Yana Leventon has dealt with … Read more
Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Happiness Break: Sketching Serenity with Chris Murchison A guided drawing meditation to help you break out of stale thought patterns and maybe even enter a state of flow. No talent required. How to Do This Practice: Grab a piece of paper and something to draw with. Find … Read more
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
Scroll down for a transcription of this episode.How can we build a sense of hope when the future feels uncertain? Poet Tomás Morín tries a writing practice to make him feel more hopeful and motivated to work toward his goals. This is the second episode of our special series, Climate, Hope & Science. We explore … Read more