Episode 46: Stuff that Really Makes Us Happy (Well-Being 4)
Should you talk to strangers on public transit?
Does meditation rewire your mind?
Is exercise more effective than anti-depressants?
In this episode, the humans continue The Science of Well-Being by Dr. Laurie Santos, an online course offered by Yale. The class reveals misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind working against your well-being, and what research says you can do to change.
Standard Humans is hosted by Aidan Dennehy and Evan.
Shownotes:
The Science of Well-Being by Dr. Laurie Santos
Talking to strangers makes us happier
Sharing experiences with others makes us happier
You CAN buy happiness if you spend money on others rather than yourself
Spending money on others promotes happiness
The happiness that comes from spending money on others may be a universal human response
Bad effects of going a week of sleep restricted to 4-5 hours per night
Study showing that meditation increases grey matter in the mind
The 5am Club by Robin Sharma
It Takes 66 Days to Form a Habit Study
Who said 'if you are too busy meditate for two hours'?
Valuing time over money is associated with greater happiness.
Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most by Greg McKeown