John Allcock talks about the important things parents may wish they had been able to teach their kids, but couldn’t ? because they never learned them, or only learned them later in life. John says:Don’t be ruled by the tyranny of events.Pain is unavoidable; suffering is optional. We live in a sea of uncertainty ? but we already know how to swim. Don’t treat the present moment like it’s a shabby motel room.

On behalf of those who have long been misunderstood, rejected, or ignored, fellow introvert Jenn Granneman offers a compassionate vindication—exploring, discovering, and celebrating the secret inner world of introverts that, only until recently, has begun to peek out and emerge into the larger social narrative.

...Cognitive neuroscientist Scott Weems discusses what's happening in our heads when we giggle or double over with laughter. ... Humor arises from inner conflict in the brain, Weems says, and is part of a larger desire to comprehend a complex world. Scott shows that the delight that comes with "getting" a punchline is closely related to the joy that accompanies the insight to solve a difficult problem. ...

...Cognitive neuroscientist Scott Weems discusses what's happening in our heads when we giggle or double over with laughter. ... Humor arises from inner conflict in the brain, Weems says, and is part of a larger desire to comprehend a complex world. Scott shows that the delight that comes with "getting" a punchline is closely related to the joy that accompanies the insight to solve a difficult problem. ...

When a disillusioned New York attorney decides to leave the law, buy a lipstick-red convertible, and hit the road, she doesn't expect to wake up in a hospital room with a malignant brain tumor and a prognosis of one year to live. Or that ten years later, she'll be competing in a grueling triathlon.

Today we know that contributing factors and symptoms (such as stress and hypertension) can be alleviated with holistic, alternate management approaches?like meditation, yoga, music therapy and virtual reality therapy. Research studies ... have demonstrated the comprehensive benefits of yoga and meditation on various aspects of the human mind?and when you think about it, that's where Alzheimer's disease develops?in the mind...

The streets of Brooklyn, New York became his first stage as he gathered under the street lamps to harmonize with friends, who later on became known as The Imperials. A teenage heart throb, he set the radio world on fire with his smooth, savvy voice that could sing three octaves and a falsetto. From the Friday afternoon sock hops, to touring Europe, Anthony's music has endured five decades. Today Anthony remains a thoughtful, seasoned performer. Little Anthony and the Imperials!

Award-winning journalist and author Peter Lovenheim embarked on a journey to understand attachment theory/attachment styles from the inside out.  The result is this engaging and revealing conversation  which is  part memoir, part psychological guide--and a fascinating listen for anyone who wants to better understand the needs and dynamics that drive the complex relationships in their Lives

Tackling one of life’s great mysteries, Rabbi  Kamin examines the diverse ways we mourn the death of a loved one. ... Using his own experience of the loss of his father, he stresses the importance of not deferring the process of grieving at the risk of harming one’s physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Rabbi Ben has created an empathetic and simple spiritual guide that offers a path to acceptance and peace for those who must continue their life journey after a loved one die?s.

What do you do when your partner of many years suddently tells you 'I'm outta here!'.  After you allow yourself the grieving time that is right for you - you might make a decision to find a new love.  Today's guest discusses her experiences of looking for love online.