How communication can help us find the connection we crave and need.
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312. Quick Thinks: Speak with Confidence, Clarity, and Power
"You want to make sure you have the energy at the end of your communication as well as at the beginning." Why do some people command a room without raising their voice? Being heard isn't about speaking louder—it's about using your voice with intention. Breath, posture, and prepar ... Show More
9m 47s
Aug 3
311. Don't Lose the Room: How to Make Ideas Stick
"Know your stuff, practice, and then just do it and be there."How do you explain complex ideas without losing your audience? The challenge isn't knowing more—it's helping others understand. For Marketplace host Kai Ryssdal, great communication comes from making difficult topics a ... Show More
22m 32s
Sep 2022
3 Ingredients to Build Empathy and Foster Deep Relationships | Geoffrey Cohen
In today’s episode, we cover the concept of belonging with Geoffrey Cohen. Cohen is the James G. March Professor of Organizational Studies in Education and Business, professor of psychology and, by courtesy, at the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University, and the autho ... Show More
1h 16m
Dec 2023
The Life-Changing Power of Connecting With Others: Gabor Maté, Johann Hari, Dan Buettner & Friends #410
Today’s episode is a life-affirming compilation on the theme of community and connection. I chose it because it’s a subject that comes up in one way or another in almost every podcast conversation I have. Researchers, thinkers, and experts alike are concluding that one of the mos ... Show More
2h 11m
Sep 2022
How the need to belong drives human behavior, with Geoffrey L. Cohen, PhD
The desire to belong is a fundamental part of human nature. Geoffrey Cohen, PhD, of Stanford University, talks about how feeling like an outsider can harm us; why threats to belonging drive problems as varied as achievement gaps and political polarization; and how to boost people ... Show More
33m 30s
Sep 2023
The Happiness Triangle: The Secret Blueprint to What We All Desire
Our connections with others are the threads that weave the fabric of our lives, and in this episode, Brendon dives into practical strategies and insights to help you create and nurture deep and meaningful relationships. By the end of this episode, you'll have gained invaluable kn ... Show More
17 m
Oct 2025
How To Communicate Effectively With Other Human Beings
Sharing an episode featuring Dan from a podcast we love, Think Fast, Talk Smart. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Dan and host Matt Abrahams discuss how mindfulness can transform our communication, sharing strategies for deeper listening, responding versus reacting, and ... Show More
25m 43s
Jun 2023
How to Build Greater Connections
Meaningful connections form the foundation of happiness, fulfillment, and success. In this episode, Brendon explores practical strategies for deepening your relationships, whether it's with family, friends, colleagues, or acquaintances. By the end of this episode, you'll have gai ... Show More
13m 30s
May 2022
BITESIZE | The Power of Social Connection for a Happier, Healthier Life | The Happy Pear #270
Connection is what makes us human, and community and friendships are so important for our health.
Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guest ... Show More
13m 6s
Mar 2024
COMMUNICATION Expert: Do THIS To Connect DEEPLY With ANYONE! (Become MAGNETIC) | Charles Duhigg EP 544
<p>Have you listened to the <a href="https://link.chtbl.com/1580-pod">FULL EPISODE yet?</a></p><p>Charles Duhigg highlights research showing social connections, not prestige or wealth, most determine happiness and longevity, with double the close friends equating to 20 more years ... Show More
7m 31s