Encore: 24 Hours of Kindness

Psychologist and stress expert Elissa Epel leads us in a gentle, science-backed practice to calm our nervous systems and meet uncertainty with greater ease and acceptance.We want to hear from you! Take our quick 5-minute survey to tell us what you love, what you want more of, and ...  Show more

Studies show qigong can strengthen your body and mind, and reduce cortisol levels. We explore this Chinese meditative movement practice that dates back over 4,000 years.Summary: After a period of intense stress, loss, and physical disconnection, one guest turns to qigong—a gentle ...  Show more

When was the last time someone was kind to you – or you did something kind for someone else? I’m sure you won’t have to think back far to find a few examples. And that’s because the world is a much kinder place than we might think.   Today’s guest, Claudia Hammond, is an award-wi ...  Show more

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Our guest today is one of the most prominent happiness researchers in the world, and he has come to the conc ...

Did you know there's a specific way you should perform acts of kindness? In this episode, I'll share an interesting study that shows you how to and how NOT to do acts of kindness.As always, if you'd like to get free access to my resource library, including guided meditations, boo ...  Show more

Remember the golden rule: treat others the way you want to be treated? You probably learned it in kindergarten. Chances are you haven’t really upped your kindness game since. Most of us haven’t. The older we get, the more responsibilities, anxieties, and personal pursuits take ov ...  Show more