Best Greater Good Science Center Podcasts (2023)

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The Science of Happiness

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Happiness Break: A Visualization to Connect With Your Heritage 8:50

1h ago8:50

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Chef and author Bryant Terry leads us through a visualization to connect with our ancestors by appreciating our families' traditional foods. Join our limited newsletter The Science of Habits to get curated, science-backed tips to help make your New Year’s resolution stick in 2024. https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/podcasts/habits Link to episode transcript…

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Being Kind is Good for Your Health 19:29

6d ago19:29

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Join our limited newsletter The Science of Habits to get curated, science-backed tips to help make your New Year’s resolution stick in 2024. https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/podcasts/habits Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/255mcn3b Episode summary: This week, we’re focusing on doing good for others, and we’ve turned to someone who cheers pe…

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Being Kind Is Good for Your Health (The Science of Happiness Podcast) 19:29

8d ago19:29

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Doing good for others benefits our own minds and bodies, as well. We explore the science of kindness.By Science of Happiness Podcast

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Happiness Break: Feel more Gratitude, With Eve Ekman 8:19

13d ago8:19

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Renew your sense of gratitude by remembering acts of kindness, with social scientist and meditation teacher Eve Ekman. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/kjkzpdk8 How to Do This Practice: Begin the practice by focusing on your breath and settling your mind and body. Notice any physical sensations that arise. Shift your attention away f…

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Thriving Relationships Show

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Science of Creating Secure Attachment with Dr. Sue Johnson & Christine Eartheart 57:25

15d ago57:25

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❤️ IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN 2:25 What Dr. Sue witnessed wasn't working in people’s relationships and how that inspired her to dive into more research around attachment and develop Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples 11:42 Why it's not enough to be a great communicator and why emotional connection is paramount 21:05 The impact of feeling sa…

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Encore: The Science of a Good Night’s Sleep (The Science of Happiness Podcast) 19:52

21d ago19:52

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This week we revisit our science-backed tips for a good night's sleep with sleep scientist Eti Ben Simon and host of the Sleep with Me podcast Drew Ackerman.By Science of Happiness Podcast

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The Science of Happiness

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Encore: The Science of a Good Night's Sleep 19:51

20d ago19:51

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This week we revisit our science-backed tips for a good night's sleep with sleep scientist Eti Ben Simon and host of the Sleep with Me podcast Drew Ackerman. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2p8t47eh Episode summary: A good night’s sleep can be hard to come by, and beating yourself up over not sleeping enough will only make it worse.…

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Happiness Break: Find Calm When You Can't Clear Your Mind, With Lama Rod Owens 7:05

27d ago7:05

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Take a break from ruminating with Lama Rod Owens as he leads you in a meditation to cultivate a sky-like mind. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/5fn7sw7t How to Do This Practice: Find a comfortable position to begin this practice. Turn your attention to the rise and fall of your thoughts and feelings within your mind. Imagine that you…

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Thriving Relationships Show

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Creating Authentic Relationships with Dawn Kutza, PhD & Christine Eartheart 55:13

1M ago55:13

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❤️ TIMESTAMPS ❤️ 2:38 - The inspiration behind Dawn’s work in relationships with Millennials and Gen X 11:59 - How different generations view relationships, security, success and the need to maintain the full expression of ourselves and not lose ourselves in partnership 15:15 - The important foundation we must build before we search for partnership…

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The Science of Singing Along 16:53

1M ago16:53

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For time immemorial, humans have connected deeply through singing with one another. We explore the science behind this, plus how group singing benefits other aspects of our health. Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/bdzkmezu Episode summary: When was the last time you sang with another person? This week, we’re digging into the science …

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The Science of Singing Along (The Science of Happiness Podcast) 16:54

1M ago16:54

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For time immemorial, humans have connected deeply through singing with one another. We explore the science behind this, plus how group singing benefits other aspects of our health.By Science of Happiness Podcast

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A Meditation For Connecting In Polarized Times, With Scott Shigeoka 9:06

1M ago9:06

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Having a curious approach to life can improve our mood, creativity and relationships. Scott Shigeoka leads a visualization exercise to help you approach someone you might disagree with with an open and curious mind. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/4dfsxr2x How to Do This Practice: Find a comfortable place to begin the practice, focu…

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The Science of Happiness

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How Holding Yourself Can Reduce Stress 16:46

2M ago16:46

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Simple actions like consciously placing a hand on your heart or hugging yourself can lower your cortisol levels, heart rate, and help you feel less stressed. Our guest tries a practice in self-soothing touch. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2zbykwh6 Episode summary: While reading this, you might be fiddling with your fingers or have…

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How Holding Yourself Can Reduce Stress (The Science of Happiness Podcast) 16:47

2M ago16:47

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Simple actions like consciously placing a hand on your heart or hugging yourself can lower your cortisol levels, heart rate, and help you feel less stressed. Our guest tries a practice in self-soothing touch.By Science of Happiness Podcast

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5 Minutes of Progressive Muscle Relaxation, With Jo Qina'au 11:31

2M ago11:31

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When we mindfully tense and then release our muscles, our bodies are telling our brains to relax. Try this practice that's proven to help with depression, anxiety, and stress. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/477t6uhv How to Do This Practice: Find a comfortable space to complete this practice, ideally lying down. Soften your gaze and…

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How To Use Your Body to Relax your Mind 19:17

2M ago19:17

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Want to destress your mind? Start with your body. Progressive Muscle Relaxation is a practice where you methodically tense and release your muscles to help unwind. Studies show it can reduce anxiety, help you get better sleep and lower depression levels. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/y6stdy3b Episode summary: As a war corresponden…

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The Science of Happiness

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How to Use Your Body to Relax Your Mind (The Science of Happiness) 19:19

2M ago19:19

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Want to destress your mind? Start with your body. Progressive Muscle Relaxation is a practice where you methodically tense and release your muscles to help unwind. Studies show it can reduce anxiety, help you get better sleep, and lower depression levels.By Science of Happiness Podcast

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Happiness Break: A Meditation for Groundedness, With Diana Parra (English & Spanish) 8:58

2M ago8:58

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Take a moment to ground yourself with this meditation that helps bring awareness to the relationship between ourselves and the earth beneath us. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2p8vub46 (English) También tenemos esta meditación en Español. How to Do This Practice: Find a comfortable position to start the practice, ensuring that your…

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Happiness Break: Una meditación para enraizar, con Diana Parra (inglés y español) 9:42

2M ago9:42

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Tómate un momento para conectarte con esta meditación que ayuda a tomar conciencia de la relación entre nosotros y la tierra. Enlace a la transcripción: https://tinyurl.com/umu6wx33 We also have this meditation in English — It's on our podcast feed wherever you're listening right now.By PRX and Greater Good Science Center

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The Science of Happiness

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Making Difficult Interactions More Respectful (The Science of Happiness Podcast) 17:30

3M ago17:30

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Dr. Omar Guzman reflects on how a practice to cultivate more respect shaped the way he interacts with his patients.By Science of Happiness Podcast

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Making Difficult Interactions More Respectful 17:30

3M ago17:30

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Dr. Omar Guzman reflects on how a practice to cultivate more respect shaped the way he interacts with his patients. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2fwen962 Episode Summary: As an ER doctor in an overworked healthcare system, Omar Guzman isn’t always able to build the relationships with patients the way he’d like to. For our show, O…

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Happiness Break: A Meditation to Inspire a Sense of Purpose 8:37

3M ago8:37

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Take a few minutes to reflect on someone who inspires you, and how you can embody the values you admire in them. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/4x2whvzb How to Do This Practice: Find a comfortable place to do this practice and settle into a relaxed pattern of breath. Think of someone who’s character has moved and inspired you. Focu…

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Why Compassion Requires Vulnerability (The Science of Happiness Podcast) 17:04

3M ago17:04

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Rapper Rexx Life Raj shared his deepest pain in his latest album, and discovered it was one big compassion practice for his fans dealing with their own grief.By Science of Happiness Podcast

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Why Compassion Requires Vulnerability 17:03

3M ago17:03

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Rapper Rexx Life Raj shared his deepest pain in his latest album, and discovered it was one big compassion practice for his fans dealing with their own grief. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/4xzncasd Episode summary: After losing both of his parents in the same year, Rapper Rexx Life Raj channeled his grief into his latest album. On…

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Happiness Break: Awe in Impermanence 8:05

3M ago8:05

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Take a few minutes to develop your sense of awe for the circle of life in this meditation with Dacher Keltner. LINK TO EPISODE TRANSCRIPT: https://tinyurl.com/2tv3whj2 All sentient beings are impermanent, and out of our reflections on this we find appreciation. We find poignancy. A little sadness, but also out of that sadness and poignancy, a sense…

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Why Humor Matters for Happiness 17:20

3M ago17:20

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Humor can help us with stress, anxiety and feeling more connected to others. But is humor connected to mindfulness? And how can we find more of it? Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2p9dkds7 Episode summary: For Emmy- nominated comedian Josh Johnson, humor has always come naturally. But over time, Josh has found it difficult to reigni…

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Why Humor Matters for Happiness (The Science of Happiness Podcast) 17:21

4M ago17:21

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Humor can help us with stress, anxiety, and feeling more connected to others. But is humor connected to mindfulness? And how can we find more of it?By Science of Happiness Podcast

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Happiness Break: Making Music With Your Body, With Keith Terry 7:29

4M ago7:29

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Relieve stress, boost self-esteem, and increase focus through a simple body music practice. And do it with a friend to feel more compassion and a hit of oxytocin. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/yc8aer74 How to Do This Practice: Try using these movements to create various rhythmic combinations with your body: One: Clap your hands, s…

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Thriving Relationships Show

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Mindful Approach to Anger, Uncomfortable Feelings, & Boundaries with Juna Mustad & Christine Eartheart 58:28

4M ago58:28

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❤️ IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN… ❤️ 2:59 - As a past people-pleaser, hear about the journey that inspired Juna to get into living authentically and embracing her anger 6:11 - What it looks and feels like to have an unhealthy relationship with anger and the difference between "erupting" and "stuffing" 8:40 - A closer look at why anger is healthy in…

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The Science of Happiness

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How Improv Makes You More Confident and Less Anxious (The Science of Happiness Podcast)

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Just 20 minutes of improv theater can foster creativity and confidence, and help with anxiety, depression, and your ability to tolerate uncertainty.By Science of Happiness Podcast

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How Improv Makes You More Confident and Less Anxious 18:00

4M ago18:00

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Just 20 minutes of improv theater can foster creativity and confidence, and help with anxiety, depression, and your ability to tolerate uncertainty. Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/4t9rjj58 Episode summary: Deema Altaher was never one for the spotlight. So when her husband signed them up for improv classes, she had no idea what to e…

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