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
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Why can’t you remember being a baby? With Nicholas Turk-Browne, PhD
Why can’t you remember your first birthday party? Or the house you lived in at age 2? Nicholas Turk-Browne, PhD, talks about new studies that suggest that babies and toddlers may form early memories; why we aren’t able to retrieve them as adults; and how evolving brain imaging te ... Show More
42m 42s
Jul 2
How to be happier, with Sonja Lyubomirsky, PhD
Want to be happier? Some of our happiness level is due to genes or life circumstances, but research shows much of it is within our control. Sonja Lyubomirsky, PhD, talks about the habits and mindsets that lead to lasting happiness, the complex relationship between money and happi ... Show More
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Jun 25
The psychology of wealth, empathy and entitlement, with Paul Piff, PhD
Can money make you mean? Most of us like to think we’d stay grounded if we were to become wealthy, but psychologists’ research suggests that money, status and power shape people’s beliefs and behavior – sometimes in surprising ways. Paul Piff, PhD, of the University of California ... Show More
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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
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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
42m 14s