In this episode, I discuss the biological mechanisms of the state changes that occur during different types of meditation and describe how to develop the meditation practice optimal for you. I explain key meditation principles, such as using specific breathwork patterns and adjusting your perception to specific locations along the continuum between interocep ... 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
Dec 2023
Allowing for Calm, A Sleep Meditation with Sean Fargo
Meditating regularly, at any time of day, can help us fall asleep sooner and sleep more soundly when it’s time for bed. During daytime meditation, we typically try to stay awake and alert while practicing. With sleep meditation, the invitation is to let calm and relaxation take o ... Show More
24m 13s
Mar 2023
Calming Your Mind Breathing Technique, Day 3 Manage Negative Moods Meditations
Discover a breathing technique to instantly calm your mind and body when you find yourself distracted by negative thoughts. This is part 3 of a 7-day Manage Negative Moods Meditation series, Episodes 870-876. As always, you don't have to do the meditation techniques -- they are s ... Show More
24m 19s
Feb 2024
10 Minute Easy Meditation for Beginners
Whether it's due to work pressures, family commitments, personal challenges, or the constant bombardment of information in our digital age, finding moments of peace and tranquility can feel like an elusive dream. However, there's a simple yet powerful practice that can help you r ... Show More
11m 39s