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A touch of levity can help us navigate awkward or painful situations by making it easier for people to hear difficult things—as illustrated by a funny moment from the popular TV show Friends. Resources & links related to this episode: The One Where Monica and Richard Are Friends ... Show More

In this Roundtable discussion, we explore the role of romance in fiction and real life. Author and political leader Stacey Abrams explains how she weaves it into her suspense novels by focusing on authentic human connection, while therapist Lori Gottlieb brings her perspective on ... Show More

We explore how we can signal dedication to an aim by putting our money where our mouth is—though it’s important to note that merely spending money isn’t enough. We also share listeners' delightfully surprising answers about what they do for fun. Plus we tackle a fascinating Rebel ... Show More

From the author’s bestselling novel “Like Water for Chocolate,” today’s quote is a testament to love and devotion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Today’s quote is from a pop superstar who has been open about her struggles with mental health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

An essential part of greatness is resilience, as shown in today’s quote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Today’s quote, from teacher, critic and editor Margaret Fuller, is a poetic call to action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Today’s quote comes from an artist who was bedridden by injuries at a young age, and who used her art to unleash herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Let’s take a deep breath. When the mind gives up its restlessness, it becomes a channel for peace. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoi ... Show More

From the creator of the Cronut, today’s quote is advice on not taking advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Today’s quote invites us to think less and feel more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

From the legendary science fiction writer Ursula K. Le Guin, today’s quote is about the dangers of denial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

How the Mind Traps Itself To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices