Grateful Expectations

Men today are spending less time with friends, and many have no close friendships at all. Research shows that this lack of social connection can lead to serious long-term consequences for men's mental and physical health. The answer isn’t just more social interaction. Guys need s ...  Show more

Most of us default to small talk. It's polite, familiar, and feels like the safest way to start a conversation. But it may also be one of the biggest barriers to genuine connection. Dr. Laurie speaks with author and metal-health advocate Claire Eastham about her month-long experi ...  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