In this episode, I discuss the science of gratitude, which has been shown in peer-reviewed studies to have tremendous positive effects on mental and physical health. I explain, however, that most commonly used gratitude practices are ineffective (such as gratitude lists). The key elements of highly effective gratitude practices are described, including the e ... Show More
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Essentials: Science of Stress, Testosterone, Aggression & Motivation | Dr. Robert Sapolsky
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode my guest is Dr. Robert Sapolsky, PhD, a professor of biology, neurology and neurological sciences at Stanford University. We discuss different types of stress and how our perception of stress as harmful or beneficial largely depends on cont ... Show More
36m 50s
Jul 7
How to Lose Fat & Gain Muscle With Nutrition | Alan Aragon
My guest is Alan Aragon, a renowned nutrition and fitness expert and researcher known for sharing the strongest evidence-based approaches to fat loss, muscle gain and overall health and fitness. We discuss how to optimize your protein intake, including how much to consume per mea ... Show More
2h 35m
Jul 3
Essentials: Understanding & Conquering Depression
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore major depression, including its underlying biology and discuss science-based approaches to alleviate symptoms and improve mood. I describe the wide-ranging symptoms of depression and explain how key neurotransmitters, hormones, s ... Show More
40m 43s
Jun 2023
The Science of Gratitude & 6 Surprising Ways You’re Getting It Wrong
Today we are digging into the research on gratitude. Gratitude is a critical life skill, yet most of us are practicing it wrong. That’s right. According to the research, there are 4 essential elements of genuine gratitude. Without all 4, you can’t unlock the powerful physiologica ... Show More
48m 51s
Feb 2021
332 - This Is Your Brain On Gratitude
The neuroscience and psychology of gratitude show that cultivating gratitude, even in small doses, can do wonders for your mental health. Here's how gratitude works, and some simple tips for sprinkling more nourishing gratitude into your daily life.
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15m 4s
Nov 2022
This Thanksgiving, How to Make Gratitude More Than a Platitude | DaRa Williams
New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- Can gratitude be more than just a platitude? Our guest today argues: yes. DaRa Williams is a longtime practitioner and teacher of meditation. She is one of the gui ... Show More
59m 24s
Dec 2023
practical tips #4: intentional gratitude | islamicfeelings
Gratitude can positively impact the brain by activating the reward system, promoting neural plasticity, countering negativity bias, and enhancing social connections. By incorporating gratitude into our daily lives through practices such as gratitude journaling, expressing appreci ... Show More
3m 8s
Apr 2022
Science of gratitude, and hacks for better sleep, metabolism & energy
Knowledge Bomb:Dr. G reviews the science of gratitude. We always hear how it helps us but he dives into what happens in the body. From the physical to the psychological to social changes, Dr. G highlights how we can heal ourselves. He gives us a take home gratitude exercise to be ... Show More
52m 29s
Jul 2023
Recast: Understand How Your Brain Works with Dr. Andrew Huberman #338
Today on the Muscle Intelligence Podcast, I’ve released an episode that I originally recorded and published in 2019, but which holds just as much relevance in the present day… This interview is with a man who quickly rose to well-deserved fame in the health and wellness space, bu ... Show More
1h 26m