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Happiness Break: A Science-Backed Path to Self-Forgiveness
Through breath, compassion, and kind words to yourself, this guided meditation helps you forgive yourself, let go, and move forward with love.
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Published on 2 days, 16 hours ago
How Gentle Touch Builds Connection
Research shows that simple practices such as self-hugs, soothing touch, and hand-to-heart can calm the nervous system, supporting caregivers and the children in their care.
Summary: From parents to te…
Published on 1 week, 2 days ago
Happiness Break: A Meditation for When You Feel Uneasy
In this guided meditation with poet and teacher Henry Shukman, learn how allowing discomfort, rather than resisting it, can open the door to greater calm and self-compassion.
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Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago
How To Tap Your Way to Calm and Clarity
There’s a tapping practice shown to ease stress, balance emotions, and support healing. We explore the science behind Emotional Freedom Technique, or EFT.
Summary: Emerging research shows that a body-…
Published on 3 weeks, 2 days ago
Happiness Break: A Meditation for When Others Are Suffering
Witnessing the suffering of others can be deeply painful. In this guided meditation, Anushka Fernandopulle helps you cultivate both compassion and the ability to soothe yourself in the face of that p…
Published on 4 weeks, 2 days ago
David Byrne on How Music Connects Us
Music helped former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne come out of his shell and connect with others—and research shows he's not alone. We explore the science behind how music shapes our social lives…
Published on 1 month ago
Happiness Break: How to Awaken Joy, with Spring Washam
Cultivate more joy in your life with this practice led by meditation teacher and author Spring Washam.
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Reflect on an area of your life that brings you joy—whether it’s a smal…Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Bonus: Zakiya Used to Be So Fun (Proxy podcast)
The case of the people person who fell out of love with people.
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Summary: On this episode of The Science of Happiness, we’re featuring an episode from t…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
The Science of Trusting Your Intuition
What if burnout isn’t a breaking point, but an invitation to slow down, tune in, and hear the intuition you have been trying to say all along?
Summary: When we’re deep in burnout, even the simplest de…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Happiness Break: Smiling From The Inside Out
Just a soft smile and a few minutes of breath can shift your mood, lower stress, and deepen your sense of connection.
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Settle In: Find a comfortable seat, rest your hands gen…Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago