Are you dreading the cold, dark months ahead? In Scandinavia, where the winters are among the coldest and darkest on earth, many people look forward to winter as a time of coziness, beauty and rest. Psychologist Kari Leibowitz, PhD, author of “How to Winter,” talks about how cold weather and darkness affect our body and mind and what can we learn from the wa ... Show More
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Why can’t you remember being a baby? With Nicholas Turk-Browne, PhD
Why can’t you remember your first birthday party? Or the house you lived in at age 2? Nicholas Turk-Browne, PhD, talks about new studies that suggest that babies and toddlers may form early memories; why we aren’t able to retrieve them as adults; and how evolving brain imaging te ... Show More
42m 42s
Jul 2
How to be happier, with Sonja Lyubomirsky, PhD
Want to be happier? Some of our happiness level is due to genes or life circumstances, but research shows much of it is within our control. Sonja Lyubomirsky, PhD, talks about the habits and mindsets that lead to lasting happiness, the complex relationship between money and happi ... Show More
35m 30s
Jun 25
The psychology of wealth, empathy and entitlement, with Paul Piff, PhD
Can money make you mean? Most of us like to think we’d stay grounded if we were to become wealthy, but psychologists’ research suggests that money, status and power shape people’s beliefs and behavior – sometimes in surprising ways. Paul Piff, PhD, of the University of California ... Show More
45 m
Dec 2024
The Winter Mindset: How Norwegians Love the Winter (And You Can Too)
When people think about winter, they often focus on the negatives: the cold, the dark, and the seasonal depression the season can bring. But my guest today questions whether winter really has to be so miserable and says that by changing our mindset, we can actually learn to enjoy ... Show More
1h 1m
Jan 2025
Cold Exposure for Mental Health
Can cold exposure improve your mental health? In this episode, we explore the science behind cold therapy methods like ice baths, cryotherapy, cold-water swimming, and cold showers. Backed by research, we dive into the physiological and psychological effects of cold exposure, inc ... Show More
1h 36m
May 15
Saunas, cold exposure, and your health: what the science says | Dr. Susanna Søberg & Prof. Tim Spector
Unwrap the truth about your food 👉 Get ZOE’s new app Most of us avoid the cold. We crank up the heating, bundle up in layers, and curse every icy gust of wind. But what if freezing — or even sweating — could be the key to better health? In this episode, Jonathan is joined by tw ... Show More
1h 2m
Aug 2024
2675: Seasonal Affective Disorder by Becca Shern of Minimal Wellness on Benefits of Physical Activity & Exposure to Daylight
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2675:Becca Shern explores how dietary and lifestyle changes can combat seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Highlighting the i ... Show More
12m 20s
Dec 2024
How To Stay Productive During The Colder Months And Navigate The Winter Blues
With these colder months, we all tend to feel a bit unproductive and feel the winter blues approaching. You are NOT alone. In this episode your host, Jadyn Hailey shares the best, simple ways you can move out of your winter slump and move past those winter blues to, feel producti ... Show More
21m 32s
Apr 14
1205: [CASE STUDY] Climbing the Inner Mountain: What Fear, Nature & Seasons Teach Us About Emotional Freedom with Morgan Ruff
What do rock climbing, emotional growth, and seasonal change have in common? Heather sits down with Morgan—coach, wilderness adventurer, and mentor inside of Heather’s community—to unpack what it really means to face fear, trust your training, and move forward when everything ins ... Show More
38m 16s
Dec 2023
#449 Carole Dalmas : Les bienfaits du froid !
Anne Ghesquière reçoit dans Métamorphose Carole Dalmas, enseignante de yoga sensoriel, accompagnatrice en montagne et thérapeute. Nous tenons, pour la plupart le froid comme un ennemi contre lequel il faut se protéger à tout prix. Et si le froid était au contraire notre allié ? E ... Show More
1h 2m