Happiness: The brain science
ListenResearch tells us the brain is wired to learn quickly from bad experiences, while ignoring good ones. Neuropsychologist Rick Hanson says we can override this default programming in order to better experience positive things that nurture inner strength.
Dan Gottlieb asks Hanson about the new brain science behind building new neural structures that attract happiness, love, confidence and peace. Dr. Rick Hanson, Ph.D., is the international bestselling author of Buddha’s Brain. His new book is called Hardwiring Happiness: the New Brain Science of Contentment, Calm, and Confidence.
Watch now: Rick Hanson on taking in the good
WHYY is your source for fact-based, in-depth journalism and information. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on financial support from readers like you. Please give today.
Brought to you by Voices in the Family
A shocking secret, years of denial, and reconciling one’s identity: Sophie Ottaway shares her story
About 16 years ago, Sophie Ottaway made a shocking discovery about her identity – she was born a male. The truth brought on years of denial, feelings of betrayal, and trauma.
9 months ago
Listen 11:07
Productivity and physical touch during coronavirus
We dive into why you're not feeling very productive right now and why we miss human touch so much.
Air Date: April 16, 2020
Listen 49:15
A codependent’s guide to codependency
When people are in unhealthy or unbalanced relationships, we often use a term to describe them: codependent. But what does that actually mean?
5 years ago
Listen 11:08