Why do people have nightmares? Do they serve a purpose? This episode begins with some fascinating facts about nightmares and the people who have them. https://www.prevention.com/health/g20516173/6-creepy-things-you-never-knew-about-your-nightmares/
Where do good ideas come from? Good ideas typically blossom in environments that encourage people to express th ... Show More
Jun 2024
3224: Don't Let Fear Have the Last Laugh by Dr. Kelly Flanagan on Embracing Fear & Resiliency
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Episode 3224:
Dr. Kelly Flanagan shares a profound insight on embracing fear rather than attempting to eliminate it. Through a pers ... Show More
10m 26s
Feb 2023
Jonathan Haidt on: The Upside of Striving, How to Build a Stronger Mind, And What to Do with Ideas You Hate
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Usually episodes of this show are organized around one big question, but today's guest, Jonathan Haidt, is just too i ... Show More
53m 26s
Sep 2023
Why Your Brain Wants You To Be Anxious, Lazy & Fat (And What You Can Do About It) with Dr Anders Hansen #381
I think it’s fair to say that human beings have got it pretty good. Compared to most of our evolutionary history we have never been richer, safer, or lived longer lives. Yet, despite that, more of us are struggling with our health than ever before. What’s going on? This is the qu ... Show More
1h 45m
Jul 2023
How Thinking About Death Can Improve Your Life | Alua Arthur
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p><em>---</em></p> <p><br /></p> <p>There seems to be one clear bug in the human operating system — most of us do not like talking about death. ... Show More
52m 22s
Jun 2024
2586: Think You Can Fail Only If You Try? Think Again by Nia Shanks on Personal Growth & Development
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Episode 2586:
In "Think You Can Fail Only If You Try? Think Again" by Nia Shanks, the concept of failure is compellingly redefined. ... Show More
11m 54s
May 2024
Why You're Falling Victim To The Frog in the Boiling Water Syndrome
99% of people fall victim to the "Frog in the Boiling Water Syndrome”. This happens when our lives gradually deteriorate, and we adapt to these conditions instead of eliminating them until we're no longer strong enough to escape. Our muscles atrophy, our expectations lower, our g ... Show More
23m 21s