How Smell Shapes Memory
Discover how our sense of smell can transport us back to meaningful memories, shape our emotions, and influence the brain systems involved in memory…
How to Deal With the Grief of an Aging Body
Body changes or chronic illness can disrupt our sense of meaning and challenge our identity, purpose, and assumptions about the future.
Can Consciousness Exist Without a Body?
We talk with neuroscientist Antonio Damasio about the science of consciousness, how it works in the body, and how it aims to keep us alive.
How to Protect Your Brain as You Age
What if getting older doesn’t have to mean losing your memory? Learn how neuroplasticity, healthy habits, and simple memory exercises can help keep…
As People Live Longer, How Can We Live Better?
The founding director of the Stanford Center on Longevity reflects on the greatest challenges and opportunities of longer lives.
Happiness Break: Tap Into the Joy That Surrounds You
Buddhist meditation teacher, Anushka Fernandopulle, guides us through a practice of Mudita, or appreciative joy, to help us share in the happiness of…
Happiness Break: A Practice in Moving Through Stress
Join yoga and meditation teacher Jonathan Relucio for a trauma-informed practice combining mindful movement and breathing to reduce tension and build…
How Your Imagination Can Work for You or Against You
A new book explains the neuroscience behind imagination and challenges us to harness its power in our everyday life.