In today’s episode, we cover the value of sorrow and longing with Susan Cain. Susan is the author of the Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking, and her newest book Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole is focused on sorrow and longing as inspiration to experience sublime emotions opposed to the constant positivity expe ... Show More
Oct 29
How To Read Body Language - Social Intelligence Briefing
Think you can read someone's body language and instantly know what they're thinking? Crossed arms, avoiding eye contact, or looking away during a conversation might seem like obvious signs of disinterest, discomfort, or rejection—but these common body language interpretations can ... Show More
15m 35s
Oct 26
Communication Won't Fix Your Relationship | Yael Schonbrun
Why do you feel misunderstood by the people who know you best? Whether you're arguing with your spouse, struggling to communicate with your partner, or dealing with conflict at work, the problem may not be your communication skills. AJ sits down with psychologist, couples therapi ... Show More
1h 1m
Oct 24
Why Nice People Stay Stuck | Social Intelligence Briefing
Do you struggle to say no, set boundaries, or ask for what you need because you're afraid of disappointing people? Being too nice might feel like the best way to maintain relationships and avoid conflict, but constantly putting other people's needs first can lead to resentment, b ... Show More
12m 46s
Apr 2022
Susan Cain | The Power of Bittersweetness
<p>Ever wonder why a certain sad song or even a few bars of just the right melancholy music will stop you in your tracks and maybe even move you to tears? Turns out, you’re not alone. My guest today, Susan Cain, has spent years researching why certain experiences - ones that conn ... Show More
53m 23s
Jul 2022
What is Sadness Good For? | Susan Cain
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>Many of us may have a reflexive reaction when we notice we're feeling down: we want it to go away. Maybe we think something is wron ... Show More
58m 36s
Sep 2022
Susan Cain ON: Why It’s Okay to Feel Sad & the First Step to Healing Emotional Trauma
Today, I talk to Susan Cain, the author of Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking, which spent seven years on the New York times bestseller list and has been translated into over 40 languages. It was named the number one best book of the year by Fast Co ... Show More
1h 7m
