Why You Feel Empty

Why is my friend late? How does nuclear fission work? What can I do to help my baby sleep through the night? We all feel the need to understand why certain things happen. Some researchers think the drive to explain the world is a basic human impulse, similar to thirst or hunger. ... Show More

Millions of us move through our days without getting enough sleep. We know that sleep deprivation can affect our physical health and our mood. But sleep researcher Chris Barnes says a chronic lack of good sleep can also affect how we make decisions and even what we value. He join ... Show More

We often imagine that feelings of unhappiness come from outside us — in our circumstances or the difficult people in our lives. But what if the forces that erode our happiness come from within? Psychologist George Loewenstein joins us to explore why our minds nudge us toward the ... Show More

<p>Are you languishing - feeling that gnawing sense of emptiness despite checking all the society's boxes? </p><br><p>Renowned sociologist Corey Keyes, author of <a href="https://amzn.to/418cxHt" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>"Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again ... Show More

<p>In this episode, we explore the surprising connection between feelings of emptiness and personal or spiritual expansion. Why do moments of growth often leave us feeling unfulfilled? Discover how this emptiness is a sign of progress and learn practical tools to transform it int ... Show More

<p><b>Do you ever feel empty inside? Like you&apos;re always searching to fill that void and constantly questioning your existence in this world?</b><br/><br/>Well, you&apos;re not alone, bestie! I&apos;m sure a lot of us are asking the same questions and finding ways to figure t ... Show More

Somehow, life becomes so dull, and you find yourself completely drained. Empty, unable to refill. Nothing makes you feel anything. You think about it, but it's tough to find an answer. It feels hopeless, as if this will continue forever, but is there really no hope? 

<p>This week on the podcast, I'm talking about that space within us – the human void – and how it manifests in ourselves and the people in our lives. Tune in and discover how to know when you're feeling it, and what you can do to ease the burden for yourself and the people you lo ... Show More

In this episode, we explore why success can feel empty even when everything looks perfect on paper. Discover the simple mindset shift that transforms achievement into genuine fulfillment — and how aligning your goals with your true values can bring back meaning, energy, and purpo ... Show More