How Gratitude Renews Us

<p>Doing good for others benefits our own minds and bodies, as well. We explore the science of kindness.</p><p>Summary: On this episode of The Science of Happiness we explore how everyday acts of kindness strengthen our sense of connection and belonging, and why our brains are bu ... Show More

<p>Explore a gentle practice for releasing resentment and finding freedom through forgiveness.</p><p><strong>How To Do This Practice: </strong></p><ol> <li> <strong>Prepare Your Space and Body: </strong>Find a quiet, safe place to sit and take slow, grounding breaths. Notice any ... Show More

<p>Discover how forgiveness reshapes the brain, eases the body, and helps us move forward with greater compassion and freedom.</p><p>Summary: Forgiveness isn’t about forgetting or excusing—it’s about releasing the grip of resentment so we can make room for peace. Research shows i ... Show More

The practice of gratitude may help us to overcome our natural human tendency to focus on the negative. Here's why. 

Voici arrivé le dernier épisode de la première saison d’Émotions. Avant de faire une pause d’été, on a voulu explorer ce qui nous aide à aller mieux, à profiter de la vie et de tous ces petits moments. Parmi les choses qui nous font du bien, il y a la gratitude, une émotion que l ... 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

Just in time for Thanksgiving, this week&apos;s episode will be focused on gratitude. We’ll explore Its seven benefits, including how it can help you thrive through adversity and improve your mental health daily. Some of the findings about gratitude from the field of positive psy ... Show More

<p>How can you grow your gratitude?</p> <p>We talk a lot about how gratitude rewires your brain, but the benefits don’t stop there. Gratitude lowers your blood pressure, helps you sleep, and even raises your self-esteem. That’s why it’s so important to nurture your gratitude, so ... Show More

<p>Science says giving can make us happier than having more money. Psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Dunn suggests ways to rethink the way we give in order to make it feel like a source of joy rather than an obligation.</p> 

<p>La gratitude est certainement l'un des outils les plus négligés auxquels nous avons accès tous les jours. Cultiver la gratitude est 100% gratuit et cela ne demande pas beaucoup de temps, mais les avantages sont énormes. La science révèle que la gratitude a des avantages incons ... Show More

Sometimes, practicing gratitude can feel a little bit like a chore. Writing thank you notes or telling your family what you’re thankful for over the dinner table might not conjure up true gratitude after a while. But, there are gratitude practices that can help you feel thankful ... Show More

It turns out a simple “thank you” really can go a long way. In fact, giving thanks doesn’t just make others feel good – it can also boost your own mental and physical well-being. On today’s show, we’ll hear how gratitude helped one woman navigate a life-changing medical diagnosis ... Show More