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Published Aug 31, 2021

554: Laurie Santos | Practical Lessons from The Happiness Lab

Laurie Santos delves into the science of happiness, revealing it as a skill that can be developed through mindset and behavior, discusses how social comparisons and social media shape our joy, and unravels the paradoxical relationship between wealth and happiness.

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- What are the benefits of the 'perfect day' exercise described by Martha Beck on the Huberman Lab?
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- How does social media affect mental health?
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- How to be happy
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- How do you practice gratefulness?
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- How does gratitude affect the brain?
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- How should we view suffering, and how do we recognize the difference between the positive and negative aspects of it in our lives, as discussed in the podcast episode with Dr. Martha Beck?
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- What are the benefits of practicing gratitude?
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- What are some habits for mental health and high performance?
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- How to be happier
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- How can we achieve long-term happiness?
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- What are some effective gratitude techniques?
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- How do you build positive habits?
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- How can I cultivate more positive thoughts?
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- What are the positive aspects of having kids on the emotional and psychological health of parents?
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- How is gratitude good for mental health?
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