Laurie Santos

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  1. How to Find "The One": The Science of Dating with Tim Molnar

    HACE 3 DÍAS

    How to Find "The One": The Science of Dating with Tim Molnar

    Modern dating can feel exhausting. On one hand, there’s the seemingly endless swiping that leads to dating app burnout; on the other, there’s what can feel like the insurmountable challenge of meeting someone in real life. But what if finding love is less about fate — and more about strategy? Dr. Laurie sits down with behavioral scientist and dating coach Tim Molnar, author of Date Smarter: A Strategic Guide to Navigating Modern Romance, to explore what the research really says about how to meet the right person, build genuine connection, and avoid common dating mistakes. Resources mentioned in this episode: Date Smarter: A Strategic Guide to Navigating Modern Romance “Receptivity to Sexual Invitations from Strangers of the Opposite Gender” How to Bounce Back from Life’s Curveballs (with Dr. Maya Shankar) “Computations of Uncertainty Mediate Acute Stress Responses in Humans” “Implementation Intentions and Goal Achievement: A Meta-Analysis of Effects and Processes”  “Forbes Health Survey: 78% Of All Users Report Dating App Burnout” “Foot-in-the-Door Technique Using a Courtship Request” “Getting Beyond Small Talk: Study Finds People Enjoy Deep Conversations with Strangers” “Grammar Is Super Important to Online Dating Sites, So Try to Speak English Good” “ Swipe-based dating applications use and its association with mental health outcomes: a cross-sectional study” (00:02:17) Date Smarter: A Strategic Guide to Navigating Modern Romance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    45 min
  2. How to Feel Truly Loved (with Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky and Dr. Harry Reis)

    9 FEB

    How to Feel Truly Loved (with Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky and Dr. Harry Reis)

    Most of us have people in our lives who love us — partners, friends, family — yet many of us still don’t feel as loved as we want to. Why is there such a gap between being loved and feeling loved? And what can we actually do about it? Dr. Laurie sits down with social psychologists Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky and Dr. Harry Reis, co-authors of How to Feel Loved, to unpack the science behind this disconnect. They explain why feeling loved so often eludes us — even in close relationships — and share research-backed insights that can help us change the conversation, strengthen our connections, and feel more loved both now and in the relationships we build in the future. Resources mentioned in this episode: How to Feel Loved: The Five Mindsets That Get You More of What Matters Most "Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation: The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community" "Social Ties and Susceptibility to the Common Cold" "Toward Understanding Understanding: The Importance of Feeling Understood in Relationships" "How to Get Through Hard Times: Principals' Listening Buffers Teachers' Stress on Turnover Intention and Promotes Organizational Citizenship Behavior" How to Win Friends and Influence People How to Win Friends and Influence People for Teen Girls "Self-Expansion Theory: Origins, Current Evidence, and Future Horizons" "Do Unto Others or Treat Yourself? The Effects of Prosocial and Self-Focused Behavior on Psychological Flourishing" "Everyday Prosociality in the Workplace: The Reinforcing Benefits of Giving, Getting, and Glimpsing" "Kindness Counts: Prompting Prosocial Behavior in Preadolescents Boosts Peer Acceptance and Well-Being" "The Genomic Impact of Kindness to Self vs. Others: A Randomized Controlled Trial" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    42 min
  3. How to Design a More Meaningful Life (with Dave Evans and Bill Burnett)

    2 FEB

    How to Design a More Meaningful Life (with Dave Evans and Bill Burnett)

    What does it mean to live a meaningful life? How do you find direction when you feel stuck or you’re unsure about your purpose? Dave Evans and Bill Burnett, co-founders of the Stanford Life Design Lab and authors of How to Live a Meaningful Life join Dr. Laurie to challenge our assumptions about where meaning really comes from. They share practical strategies from the world of design thinking to create a more purposeful and fulfilling life while making the most of your current circumstances. Resources mentioned in this episode: Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life How to Live a Meaningful Life: Using Design Thinking to Unlock Purpose, Joy, and Flow Every Day Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience The Developing Mind: How Relationships and the Brain Interact to Shape Who We Are "Overly Shallow?: Miscalibrated Expectations Create a Barrier to Deeper Conversation" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    47 min
  4. The Surprising Science of Creativity (with Dr. George Newman)

    26 ENE

    The Surprising Science of Creativity (with Dr. George Newman)

    We often think creativity comes from sudden flashes of genius within us. But what if ideas actually exist in the world around us — waiting to be discovered and shaped by anyone paying attention? Creativity expert Dr. George Newman, author of How Great Ideas Happen, explains how anyone can become a creativity "archaeologist," uncovering innovative ideas while avoiding common myths about creativity that keep us stuck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
  5. Stop Wasting Your Energy — Here’s What to Do Instead (with Dr. Diana Hill)

    5 ENE

    Stop Wasting Your Energy — Here’s What to Do Instead (with Dr. Diana Hill)

    A lot of us spend our energy on things that aren’t worth it: projects, relationships, or goals that may feel important in the moment but ultimately leave us frustrated and drained. Dr. Diana Hill, clinical psychologist and author of Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, gives us a roadmap for applying our energy more effectively in the new year — so that our lives feel lighter, more purposeful, and energizing instead of exhausting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    47 min
  6. How to Bounce Back from Life’s Curveballs (with Dr. Maya Shankar)

    12 ENE

    How to Bounce Back from Life’s Curveballs (with Dr. Maya Shankar)

    Life has a way of upending even our best-laid plans. Breakups, job losses, scary health diagnoses — these unexpected changes can leave us feeling stuck and uncertain about what comes next.Dr. Laurie speaks with her dear friend and former student, Dr. Maya Shankar, author of The Other Side of Change and host of A Slight Change of Plans, about how to navigate these major shifts, including practical tips for leaning into change instead of resisting it and reimagining the possible selves we can become in the new year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min
  7. Why Chasing Success Can Leave You Feeling Stuck (with David Brooks)

    19 ENE

    Why Chasing Success Can Leave You Feeling Stuck (with David Brooks)

    It’s easy to fixate on the usual markers of success — your resume, your net worth, or how “impressive” you seem on paper. But how much do those things really speak to our wellbeing? And what do we miss when we only focus on them? Author and cultural commentator David Brooks reflects on what he learned when he moved beyond ambition, and shares some practical ways to get unstuck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    37 min
  8. How To Be Happier This Year

    20 ENE · CONTENIDO EXTRA

    How To Be Happier This Year

    2026 is off to a hectic start for Maya as she tours the country promoting her book, “The Other Side of Change.” To recenter, she’s revisiting a conversation with her friend and mentor, Yale Professor Laurie Santos, who studies the science of happiness. Together, they explore why the things we chase often don’t bring the joy we expect - and why sometimes it's the most unexpected things that do. Order “The Other Side of Change: Who We Become When Life Makes Other Plans” at changewithmaya.com/book, or wherever you like to buy books. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min
  9. Why Being Grateful Makes Us Feel Great (A Thanksgiving Re-run)

    24/11/2025 · CONTENIDO EXTRA

    Why Being Grateful Makes Us Feel Great (A Thanksgiving Re-run)

    It's Thanksgiving - a good time to think about gratitude and being selfless. Concentrating on the things we have to be grateful for is a great way to boost your happiness. So thank the people who've done good things for you, and think of ways you can help others too.   This circle of gratitude – the science suggests – will also make you a better friend to one of the most important people in your life… your future self. In a re-run of a 2020 episode, Dr Laurie investigates this effect with Northeastern University’s Professor David DeSteno – author of “Emotional Success: The Power of Gratitude, Compassion and Pride.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    27 min
  10. Holiday Survival Guide II: Perfect Gifts and Fighting Fatigue (with Rainn Wilson)

    15/12/2025

    Holiday Survival Guide II: Perfect Gifts and Fighting Fatigue (with Rainn Wilson)

    What stresses you out over the festive season? Happiness Lab listeners sent in their holiday woes so Dr Laurie and guest Rainn Wilson (The Office star and host of Soul Boom) could weigh in with some science-backed advice.  In the second part of our Holiday Survival Guide, Dr Laurie and Rainn discuss what makes the perfect gift, how to slow down to enjoy the festivities, and why your smart phone should join the elf on a shelf.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
  11. Holiday Survival Guide I: Ending Family Arguments (with Rainn Wilson)

    08/12/2025

    Holiday Survival Guide I: Ending Family Arguments (with Rainn Wilson)

    What stresses you out over the festive season? Happiness Lab listeners sent in their holiday woes so Dr Laurie and guest Rainn Wilson (The Office star and host of Soul Boom) could weigh in with some science-backed advice.  In the first part of our Holiday Survival Guide, Dr Laurie and Rainn discuss ways to defuse family arguments, why it's ok to feel sad at Christmas, and how to beat festive FOMO.  And find Nick Epley's "deep questions" conversation guide at drlauriesantos.com/deepquestions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    48 min
  12. Reset Your Relationship with Stress (for National Stress Awareness Day)

    05/11/2025 · CONTENIDO EXTRA

    Reset Your Relationship with Stress (for National Stress Awareness Day)

    On National Stress Awareness Day we've pulled a popular episode from our archive. Stress can suck. Many of us drown in it - worrying about past events and fearing upcoming challenges. We even stress about feeling stressed. So how can we reset our relationship with stress - benefitting from its positives and avoiding those negatives?  Dr Jenny Taitz has some effective tips to help you greet stress more healthily. A clinical psychologist and the author of Stress Resets: How to Soothe Your Body and Mind in Minutes, Dr Jenny explains that if we think differently about challenges and tough situations and take action, then stress can become a friend rather than a foe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    43 min
  13. Try It For 1 Week: 3 Small Habits That Change Your Body, Energy, And Life

    21/07/2025

    Try It For 1 Week: 3 Small Habits That Change Your Body, Energy, And Life

    Today’s episode is the cheat sheet you’ve been waiting for. If you're confused by all the conflicting health advice – from keto to vegan, biohacking, to hormone tracking – this is your reset.  Mel did the heavy lifting for you, analyzing 53 conversations with the world’s leading health experts to pinpoint exactly what matters most for your health, energy, and longevity.  The result? 3 simple, science-backed habits that every single expert agrees are the most important for your health and happiness. You’ll hear directly from: -Dr. Eric Topol, one of the most renowned health researchers in the world, on how exercise can reverse your biological age.  -Dr. Vonda Wright, top orthopedic surgeon and women’s health expert, with a simple, no-cost workout plan you can do at any age with no gym required.  -Dr. Shefali, top clinical psychologist, on how your devices are stealing your time, energy, and peace of mind, and what to do about it  -Dr. Laurie Santos, the top professor at Yale and a happiness expert, on the surprising secret to happiness — and better health.  Forget complicated routines or expensive supplements.  If you’ve ever thought, "Could someone please just tell me what works?", consider this your answer.  For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page.  If you liked the episode, you’ll love the full episodes with each of the doctors interviewed today: Dr. Eric Topol: Advice From the #1 Longevity Doctor: Add 10 Years to Your Life With 3 Simple HabitsDr. Vonda Wright: Look, Feel, & Stay Young Forever: #1 Orthopedic Surgeon’s Proven ProtocolDr. Shefali: You Learn This Too Late: This One Idea Might Change Your Entire LifeDr. Laurie Santos: The Science of Well-Being: Powerful Happiness Hacks That 5 Million People Are UsingConnect with Mel:    Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s personal letter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1 h y 13 min
  14. How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now

    02/12/2025

    How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now

    According to the science, it really is better to give than receive. Donating a dollar; sharing a kind word or lending someone a hand changes lives, but can also hugely boost your happiness. So we're teaming up with other podcasts from Hidden Brain to Revisionist History to ask you to give to a charity helping some of the poorest people around. We're calling it #PodsFightPoverty.      Go to givedirectly.org/happinesslab right now and give whatever you can. And the first $500,000 we donate will be matched thanks to our friends at Giving Multiplier! Even a small donation will make you feel good and have a much larger impact on the world than you thought possible. To help inspire you, this special episode examines the science of giving and shares stories of heartwarming and impactful acts of kindness.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    48 min
  15. How to Make Better Choices (with Barry Schwartz)

    06/10/2025

    How to Make Better Choices (with Barry Schwartz)

    Every choice you make shapes your wellbeing - and the bigger the decision, the greater the impact. So when it comes to life-changing questions like where to live, who to marry, or which career to pursue, how can you tell if you’re making the best decision for your long-term happiness? Economists might argue that you should weigh up every single option carefully - like a gambler in a casino figuring out the odds of winning. But psychologist Barry Schwartz says you can't apply a formula to happiness. In this episode, he shares insights from his new book, Choose Wisely: Rationality, Ethics, and the Art of Decision-Making (co-authored with philosopher Richard Schuldenfrei), offering a more thoughtful and human approach to making life’s hardest choices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    41 min
  16. “Can You Train Your Mind to Be Happier?” (with Dr Tal Ben-Shahar)

    18/08/2025

    “Can You Train Your Mind to Be Happier?” (with Dr Tal Ben-Shahar)

    How do you train your mind to be happier? That was the question posed to Dr Laurie by Dr Tal Ben-Shahar at a live webinar for his Happiness Studies Academy.  Tal is a leading expert in positive psychology and co-founded the academy to share his knowledge online with students from around the world. Dr Laurie is just one of the scientists he invited to give lessons and take questions from the audience. If you want to learn more about the Happiness Studies Academy, or are interested in taking one of the certificate, masters or PhD courses - visit Happiness Studies Academy.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1 h y 27 min
  17. Stop Caring What Other People Think of You (Bruce Hood on 10% Happier with Dan Harris)

    25/08/2025

    Stop Caring What Other People Think of You (Bruce Hood on 10% Happier with Dan Harris)

    Bruce Hood was a mentor of Dr Laurie early in her academic career and now teaches a course on happiness based on her famous Yale class. Hear him discuss his top tips on 10% Happier with Dan Harris.   Find out more about Dan Harris and 10% Happier at https://www.danharris.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1 h y 8 min
  18. How to Spend Your Time and Money Better (with Nobel Prize Winner Richard Thaler)

    22/09/2025

    How to Spend Your Time and Money Better (with Nobel Prize Winner Richard Thaler)

    We all behave irrationally. We pay for expensive gym memberships and only go once. We spend windfall cash on things we'd never buy with our salaries. We plan to do nice things in the distant future, but don't actually write them down in our calendars. These things can be bad for our happiness, so why do we do them? Economist Richard Thaler won a Nobel Prize for studying human irrationality - and explains why we all do odd things sometimes and how we can guard against being so irrational. Richard is joined by fellow behavioral economist Alex Imas to explain the updated insights from the classic book The Winner’s Curse: Behavioral Economics Anomalies Then and Now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    49 min
  19. Make Vulnerability Your Superpower (with NBA star Kevin Love)

    20/10/2025

    Make Vulnerability Your Superpower (with NBA star Kevin Love)

    Not many elite athletes talk openly about mental health, but five-time NBA All-Star Kevin Love is changing that. After a very public panic attack on the basketball court he was told to "snap out of it". But Kevin decided to discuss his "dark moments" of anxiety and depression and show that vulnerability is actually a strength.  The sports star joins Dr. Laurie to talk about overcoming generational trauma, the pressures of toxic masculinity, and how speaking up can change the game for all of us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    37 min
  20. Eat Like the People Who Live Happily to 100 (with Dan Buettner)

    15/09/2025

    Eat Like the People Who Live Happily to 100 (with Dan Buettner)

    Your eating habits could be cutting years off the end of your life. But there's a simple solution - eat like the people who live happily and healthily into their 80s, 90s and beyond. Dan Buettner studies the inhabitants of so-called "Blue Zones" - where people live long lives. Food and eating culture seem to play an important role this longevity.   Dan talks to Dr Laurie about Blue Zones and explains the idea behind his cookbook One Pot Meals: 100 Recipes to Live to 100 And to hear more from Dan check out The Dan Buettner Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    39 min
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