Finding Holiday Happiness (Dr Laurie on the H...

Why is social media so hard to quit? We waste hours scrolling, feel worse when we log off, and still find ourselves going back for more. Dr. Laurie sits down with Dr. Cass Sunstein, co-author of (00:00:57) Nudge, to explore a new concept from the 2026 World Happiness Report: the ...  Show more

Over the past decade, rates of depression and loneliness have surged among young people. Many researchers point to one major change: the rise of smartphones and social media. But what does the data actually show? Psychologist Jean Twenge has spent years studying how technology sh ...  Show more

The holidays may be a time for joy and connection, but they also bring stress, anxiety, and financial pressure for many people. In this episode, Monica dives into the research behind the emotional toll of the season, from family dynamics to holiday burnout. She explains why the h ...  Show more

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3430: David Cain invites readers to use the reflective nature of the holiday season to genuinely ask themselves, "How are y ...  Show more

How to Stop Holiday Stress and Comparison: Finding Peace and Joy This Season

Does the holiday season feel more stressful than joyful? Between financial pressures, endless to-do lists, and the constant comparison triggered by social media, it’s easy to lose sight of what ...

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A compendium of expert advice on handling all the complications — and pleasures — that the holiday season brings.

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