The mood-boosting power of crying | Kathy Men...

In this special episode recorded at Aspen Ideas Health, Shoshana interviews Jessica Malaty Rivera, an epidemiologist and science communicator, on how trust in healthcare systems are cultivated—and easily broken down—in times of crisis. Then after their conversation, Shoshana shar ...  Show more

From group chats to video calls, technology should make social connection easier than ever. So, why is everyone so lonely?In this episode, Sabrina sets out to investigate the "loneliness epidemic" that is sweeping the globe and impacting her friends and cohosts. She interviews Pr ...  Show more

Here's a talk about tears -- and why crying isn't something to be afraid or ashamed of. Exploring the science behind the mood-boosting power of crying, childbirth and lactation educator Kathy Mendias shows how tears can enhance your physical and mental well-being and deepen your ...  Show more

Pain, sadness, joy, awe – under the right circumstances, any of these emotions can bring on tears. Lauren Bylsma, PhD, talks about why crying evolved, the psychological and social purposes of tears, why some people cry more easily than others, and whether having a good cry can ma ...  Show more

This week, Kat talks about the power of our most painful moments. Inspired by her Spotify playlist: This is For Crying, Kat breaks down why and how sad songs (written by others) have been healing agents in her own life. When we feel connected versus isolated on our darkest days- ...  Show more

Spilling a tear or two is necessary. Crying is a human expression of emotions, and allowing ourselves to feel what we need to feel is crucial. How did crying become a taboo? And do crying clubs really exist? Tune in for a new chat talk about one of the most controversial topics : ...  Show more