In this episode, Paul Bloom, delves into the importance of understanding the science of the mind. He explains the psychological benefits of balancing pleasure and values and also the impact of upbringing versus genetics on behavior. Paul's work captures the intricate nature of human motivation and the multifaceted aspects of what it means to be a good person ... Show More
Jun 12
How to Trust Life Even When It Breaks Your Heart | Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer
In this episode, Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer explores how to trust life even when it breaks your heart. She talks about grief, healing, and trust following the loss of her son and father. Rosemerry shares how her daily poetry practice and spiritual teachings helped her navigate pro ... Show More
1h 4m
Jun 9
Wise Effort: What Your Regrets Reveal About What Matters Most | Diana Hill
In this episode, Diana Hill explores the concept of Wise Effort and how our regrets can become powerful guides to what matters most. Drawing from psychology, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Buddhist wisdom, she explains why the things that hurt most often point directly to ... Show More
1h 3m
Jun 5
How to Tame Your Advice Monster and Become a Better Listener | Michael Bungay Stanier
In this episode, Michael Bungay Stanier, author of the bestselling The Coaching Habit, discusses how to tame your advice monster and become a better listener. Michael shares the surprising story of self-publishing after multiple rejections, and discusses core coaching principles ... Show More
1h 4m
Dec 2023
345. Applying Psychology to Everyday Life: Practical Strategies for Better Decision-Making - with Paul Bloom
<p dir="ltr">In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, you will hear an insightful conversation between host Melina Palmer and guest Paul Bloom, a psychology professor and author. Throughout the episode, they delve into various aspects of psychology and behavioral science, ... Show More
52m 21s
Jan 2022
The Awakened Brain: Lisa Miller, PhD On The Neuroscience Of Spirituality
The many benefits to cultivating a spiritual practice are obvious to those with experience—but it’s a pursuit too long dismissed by skeptics and scientists. That is, until now.Recent research in neuroscience, genetics, and epidemiology now establish that humans are not only unive ... Show More
2h 5m
Mar 2018
Everyday Neuro 002: The Benefits of Exercise on Cognition in the Older Adult Brain
In this episode, I discuss the current psychology/neuroscience research that suggests that lifestyle factors such as physical exercise, are helping to enhance aspects of cognition, brain functioning and wellbeing in older adults. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in ... Show More
19m 22s