Meditation practices date back thousands of years and are a part of nearly every major religion. But it’s only in the past couple of decades that researchers have begun to use the tools of modern science to explore what is happening in the brain when people meditate and how meditation might benefit our mind and body. Richard Davidson, PhD, director of the Ce ... Show More
Feb 25
Catching fire: What goes viral and why? With Jonah Berger, PhD
Why do some ideas, products, news stories and trends spread like wildfire, while others disappear? Jonah Berger, PhD, discusses the science of what catches on; the psychological forces that drive word of mouth, including social currency and high-arousal emotions like awe and ange ... Show More
41m 33s
Feb 18
How to build kids’ resilience, with Mary Alvord, PhD
From school pressures to friendship ruptures, all kids will face challenges as they grow. Mary Alvord, PhD, talks why building resilience is key to helping kids handle both everyday stresses and significant life setbacks; how to help children and teens develop foundational resili ... Show More
34m 44s
Feb 11
What relationship science says about finding love, with Paul Eastwick, PhD
Popular culture often frames love and dating as a competitive marketplace shaped by evolution and rigid gender differences, but relationship science tells a different story. Paul Eastwick, PhD, talks about what the research says about attraction, compatibility and long-term bondi ... Show More
39m 59s
Jan 2016
004 - Meditation, Wellness, and Your Brain
In this episode, we talk about meditation, wellness, and how it can actually change the physical characteristics of your brain. Sit back and go to your happy place because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. You will hear: - What meditation can do for the gray matte ... Show More
9m 21s
Nov 2023
Compassion Meditation, Day 7 Scientific Healing Methods Meditations
Cultivate a deep sense of compassion and self-love in this guided meditation, creating a healing space for your mind, body, and soul. This week, we launch into a series designed to help you heal from within using scientific healing methods. You're guided using meditation techniqu ... Show More
12m 47s
Nov 2023
Mind-Body Harmony, Day 5 Scientific Healing Methods Meditations
Engage in a guided meditation intertwining affirmations with mindful practices, cultivating a harmonious balance between your mind, body, and soul. This week, we launch into a series designed to help you heal from within using scientific healing methods. You're guided using medit ... Show More
12m 30s
Nov 2023
Mindfully Focused, Day 6 Scientific Healing Methods Meditations
Be guided in a meditation where each moment of reflection becomes a step towards healing, gratitude, and a renewed sense of purpose. This week, we launch into a series designed to help you heal from within using scientific healing methods. You're guided using meditation technique ... Show More
12m 47s
Nov 2023
Healing Affirmation, Day 2 Scientific Healing Methods Meditations
Center your meditation on the heart space, allowing its gentle rhythm to lead you towards emotional healing, physical well-being, and spiritual connection. This week, we launch into a series designed to help you heal from within. You're guided using meditation techniques to heal ... Show More
8m 6s
Oct 2015
Michael Taft: Meditation and Mindfulness for Geeks
This week we talk to Michael Taft about better mediation Michael W. Taft is an author, editor, meditation teacher, and neuroscience junkie. He is currently a meditation coach specializing in secular, science-based meditation training in corporate settings and one-on-one sessions. ... Show More
48m 46s