This week we talk to Edward Slingerland about trying not to tryEdward Slingerland is a Professor of Asian Studies and Canada Research Chair in Chinese Thought and Embodied Cognition at the University of British Columbia, and was educated at Princeton, Stanford and the University of California, Berkeley. His areas of specialty include Chinese thought, compara ... Show More
Feb 27
Unlocking the Power of Mindfulness: Transform Your Life One Story at a Time with Rohan Gunatillake
In this episode, Rohan Gunatillake discusses how to unlock the power of mindfulness and transform your life one story at a time. He explores how stories can shift perspectives, the challenges and opportunities in mindfulness apps, and shares ways to integrate meditation into dail ... Show More
54m 54s
Feb 24
How To Be Intentional and Finish What You Start with Chris Bailey
In this episode, Chris Bailey discusses how to be intentional and finish what you start. He explores how intentionality, values, and motivation shape our ability to set and achieve meaningful goals. Chris also introduces concepts like the “intention stack” and “sepia-toned goals, ... Show More
1h 5m
Feb 20
How Humor Can Transform Our Relationship with Life's Challenges with Chris Duffy
In this episode, Chris Duffy, author of Humor Me: How Laughing More Can Make You Present, Creative, Connected, and Happy, discusses how humor can transform our relationship with life’s challenges, connect with others, and shift our perspective on difficult situations. He shares p ... Show More
1h 6m
Aug 2023
381. Change Your Mindset, Your Health, Your Life | Dr. Ellen Langer
Dr. Jordan B. Peterson and “The mother of mindfulness,” Dr. Ellen Langer discuss her latest book, The Mindful Body: Thinking Our Way To Chronic Health. From this they explore how intentioned awareness paired with humility allows for a healthier mindset and body, how the perceptio ... Show More
1h 55m
Jan 2022
#86: The Science of Spontaneity - Edward Slingerland, PhD
Edward Slingerland, PhD, is a Professor of Philosophy and Associate Member in the Asian Studies and Psychology Departments at the University of British Columbia. He's an expert on the cognitive science of ancient philosophies. On this episode, we discuss the science of ancient co ... Show More
45m 32s
Aug 2022
Lisa Miller, Ph.D. | The Surprising Science of Spirituality
<p>Whether you consider yourself a spiritual person, or not, your brain - yes, you - is wired for spirituality in a way you never imagined. It is activated, turned on, and greatly benefits, from spiritual experience. And, it’s not just your brain, it’s your body, your health, you ... Show More
1h 8m
Jun 2021
Ethan Kross | Chatter: Harnessing Our Inner Dialogue
<p>If you’re like most people, there’s a certain amount of chatter that goes on in your head throughout the day. But, did you know that inner dialogue can have a profound effect on nearly every aspect of your life? Today’s guest, Ethan Kross, is one of the world’s leading experts ... Show More
1h 3m
Sep 2021
#77: The Science of Compassion - Shauna Shapiro, PhD
Shauna Shapiro, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and an expert in mindfulness and self-compassion. She has spent two decades studying the benefits of mindfulness and compassion. Her TEDx Talk on this topic has been viewed over 2 million times. Dr. Shapiro is a ... Show More
41m 23s
Nov 2022
God, Self, and Spirituality - Ken Wilber
What's the future of spirituality? How will human consciousness evolve? In this episode, the "Einstein of consciousness studies" Ken Wilber peers into the future. Ken Wilber is one of the most important philosophers in the world today. He is the preeminent scholar of Integral The ... Show More
1h 21m