Learn research-tested strategies for a happier, more meaningful life, drawing on the science of compassion, gratitude, mindfulness, and awe. Hosted by award-winning... more
Hearing birdsong can help us feel less anxious, recover from stress faster, and even reduce muscle tension ... but can... more
Pilina is an indigenous Hawaiian word, or concept, that describes our deep interconnectedness. Harvard Clinical Psychology Fellow Jo Qina'au guides... more
Thinking about happy memories activates reward centers in our brains, and can help us feel more connected and accepted. Palestinian-American... more
A walking meditation led by 10% Happier Host Dan Harris How to Do This Practice: Begin walking. Bring your awareness to the present... more
Finding ways to bend tasks toward your strengths and passions can make you happier, more productive and find more meaning... more
Accepting difficult feelings like anger or irritation can help us keep our cool, feel better overall, and find calm on... more
We learn techniques for working across the aisle without compromising our values from a Democratic politician in one of the... more
Beyond just feeling good, studies show experiencing other people's joy makes us more compassionate and satisfied with life. Link to episode... more
When we remember the times someone had our back, it changes the way we view ourselves and the world. Our... more
Indigenous artist Lyla June leads a 5-minute freewriting exercise about our personal journeys. Autobiographical writing has been shown to help... more
Playfulness can improve your relationships, help you excel at work, and reduce stress. We explore a strategy shown to help... more
We all have a playful side, and research shows acting on it can help us when we need to move... more
When we devote a little time to the other people in our life, we actually feel like we have more... more
When we treat ourselves with kindness and gratitude, research shows we feel more motivated and less self-critical. Meditation teacher Jack... more
Our guest tried a practice in Radical Acceptance, a Buddhist principle made popular by today's expert, psychologist Tara Brach. Link to... more
A meditation in meeting our most difficult emotions — like anger, disappointment, or fear — with mindfulness and gentle care. Link... more
What happens when we intentionally look for beautiful things in our day-to-day lives? We explore a lab-tested practice shown to help you feel... more
Research shows feeling connected with nature can lower our stress response. This visualization meditation can help you feel at ease,... more
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When we imagine our best possible selves in our relationships, we feel more motivated to achieve our goals and a... more
Playfulness can improve your relationships, help you excel at work, and reduce stress. We explore a strategy shown to help you become... more