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
Aug 21
Essentials: Timing Light for Better Sleep, Energy & Mood | Dr. Samer Hattar
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Samer Hattar, PhD, the Chief of the Section on Light and Circadian Rhythms at the National Institute of Mental Health. We discuss how light powerfully shapes mood, sleep, appetite, learning and overall mental health by alig ... Show More
35m 19s
Aug 18
Using Stem Cells to Cure Autism, Epilepsy & Schizophrenia | Dr. Sergiu Pașca
My guest is Dr. Sergiu Pașca, MD, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University. We discuss the biology and genetics of autism, why autism diagnoses are increasing and recent progress in using stem cells to understand and treat profound autism and other b ... Show More
2h 23m
Aug 14
Essentials: Controlling Your Dopamine for Motivation, Focus & Satisfaction
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain how dopamine regulates motivation and provide science-based tools to help improve focus, discipline and overall drive. I explore how particular activities affect dopamine levels and discuss how the highs, lows and baseline levels ... Show More
38m 37s
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