Other Episodes
Episode 99: What Happens When We Play
When was the last time you went down a slide? Our guest tries a practice to bring more play…
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Episode 98: How to Not Take People for Granted
What would life be like without the people you care most about? Our guest tries a practice…
Episode 97: How to Tune Out the Noise
Our guest uses her breath to find calm in some of Los Angeles' noisiest neighborhoods.
Episode 96: Don’t Be Afraid of Your Anger
What happens when we suppress our anger? And what if we tried to work with it instead? Our…
Episode 95: How to Enjoy Life More With Michael Pollan
Bestselling author Michael Pollan tries to get more out of life by temporarily giving up…
Episode 94: How to Craft Your Life
When the world around you changes, so can your goals. This week's guest tries a practice to…
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Episode 93: Noticing Nature in the City
When was the last time you stopped to admire a tree? Our guest finds that paying attention…
Episode 92: What Humans Can Learn From Trees
Trees don't just compete with one another for resources, they also cooperate. Scientist and…
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Episode 91: Finding Strength Through Gratitude
A doctor who serves communities in dire need shares how gratitude helps him find light in…
Episode 90: Why Love Needs Laughter
Focusing on funny things can reduce stress, anxiety, and make us feel more connected to…
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Episode 89: How Music Can Bridge Cultures
Have you ever been moved by music sung in a language you don't understand? We speak with…
Episode 88: How Music Soothes Us
What is it about certain melodies that can relax our nerves and rock us to sleep? We…
Episode 87: David Byrne on How Music Connects Us
Music helped former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne come out of his shell. Hear Byrne's…
Episode 86: Scheduling Time to Feel Awe(some)
Feeling awe can boost your mood and make you feel more connected with others. Comedian…
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Episode 85: Why We’re Drawn to Nature
What happens when we spend time outdoors? We explore how getting out in nature can restore…
Episode 84: Are You Setting the Right Goals?
Setting goals can sometimes feel like setting ourselves up for failure. But journalist…
Episode 83: Healing Through Gratitude
A stranger helped her through the hardest day of her life. When she expresses her…
Episode 82: How to Talk With Strangers
The way we interact with people who come in and out of our lives has changed since…
Episode 81: Are You Listening to Your Elders?
Connecting across generations is one of the oldest happiness practices there is. We explore…
Episode 80: How to Make Better Decisions
Can practicing mindfulness make us wiser? Judge Jeremy Fogel explores how being present in…
