The Science of Happiness

By PRX and Greater Good Science Center

Learn research-tested strategies for a happier, more meaningful life, drawing on the science of compassion, gratitude, mindfulness, and awe. Hosted by award-winning psychologist Dacher Keltner. Co-

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How many episodes does The Science of Happiness have?

The podcast currently has 291 episodes available.

The Science of Happiness episodes:

October 29, 2020 Why Voting Connects Us
Why do we vote? We explore the science behind what drives us to the polls, and the benefits we reap for ourselves and communities when we cast our ballots.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/56rmwec7
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17min
October 22, 2020 How to Ride With the Pain
It's easy to be anxious and uncertain about the future—especially if you're eight months pregnant. Our guest tries practices to help her deal with whatever life throws her way.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/vrvn5p6a
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20min
October 08, 2020 If You Want to Be More Productive, Cut Yourself Some Slack
Feeling hard on yourself? Pinterest co-founder Evan Sharp learns to quiet his inner critic and tap into his highest potential.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/4pbt5efs
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14min
September 24, 2020 A Cure for Loneliness
Feeling lonely? Former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy learns why focusing on the quality of our relationships, not the quantity, can be an antidote.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/2s4m6emb
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19min
August 27, 2020 24 Hours of Kindness
Why should you be nice? Our guest explores how small, daily acts of kindness can produce meaningful life changes.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/5chaxu75
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20min
August 13, 2020 How to Switch Off Your Critics
Do you obsess over negative feedback? Shereen Marisol Meraji, of NPR’s Code Switch, tries a better way to cope.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/epuw68ft
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21min
July 30, 2020 How to Reconnect with Your Partner
A couple try a practice to bring more excitement and passion into their relationship, even while sheltering-in-place.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/bdhkkdvt
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20min
July 16, 2020 Do You Want to Be More Patient?
We can be at our worst with the people we love best. Our guests try ways to be more calm and present with those closest to them.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/ycx4cxam
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22min
July 02, 2020 How to Love People You Don't Like
Our guest tries a practice to help her feel compassion toward others — even those she disagrees with.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/32zrzn5t
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24min
June 18, 2020 What's Your "Why" in Life?
Adrian Michael Green asks big questions designed to help teens — and adults — find more meaning and purpose in their lives.
Link to Episode Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/58es3rup
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24min

FAQs about The Science of Happiness:

How many episodes does The Science of Happiness have?

The podcast currently has 291 episodes available.

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