Grateful Expectations

Your brain is changing all the time, whether you realize it or not. Everything from your hobbies and chores to the media you consume can physically shape it. So how can you make sure it’s changing in ways that actually serve you? Laurie speaks with neuroscientist Dr. Richard Davi ...  Show more

When we’re struggling to reach a goal, most of us assume the answer is to buckle down and try harder. But what if all that white-knuckling is actually making things more difficult than they need to be? Dr. Laurie speaks with psychologist Angela Duckworth, best known for her groun ...  Show more

For the millions of Americans that celebrate Thanksgiving, it's a time when a lot of us reflect on the things and the people in our lives that we appreciate. But according to Dr. Laurie Santos, psychology professor at Yale and host of the podcast, The Happiness Lab, a practice of ...  Show more

Many of us struggle with self-control. And we assume willpower is the key to achieving our goals. But there's a simple and often overlooked mental habit that can improve our health and well-being. This week on Hidden Brain, we talk with psychologist David DeSteno abo ...

In this episode, we talk about the importance of embodying and maintaining gratitude, thankfulness and appreciation as we enter the holiday season. Gaining and maintaining positive energy is important for several reasons, as it can significantly impact various aspects of your lif ...  Show more

In today's episode, we touch on gratitude. Sometimes the little changes we make, can change a lot. Not just for you, but the people around you. Appreciate yourself & all the simple beauty surrounding you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices