Fear Less
Fear is a normal and healthy response to things that may harm us. But fear can also hold us back from doing the things we want to do.
Eileen Freiberg-Dale’s Story
Eileen was overwhelmed after her husband’s traumatic brain injury. But there were still chores to be done, like raking the leaves around their home. As she worked in the yard, crying, she felt a tap on her shoulder.
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You 2.0: Change Your Story, Change Your Life
We all tell stories about ourselves, often without realizing we’re doing so. How we frame those stories can profoundly shape our lives. In the kickoff episode to our monthlong series on healing, psychologist Jonathan Adler shares how to tell our stories in ways that enhance our wellbeing.
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You 2.0: The Wisdom of Stoicism
What does it mean to be stoic? Many of us assume it means you have a stiff upper lip, or that you suppress your emotions. That’s what Massimo Pigliucci thought — until he started to peruse a book called Meditations. It was written nearly two thousand years ago by the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. But Massimo, now a
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You 2.0: The Path to Contentment
This week, we revisit a conversation with psychologist Iris Mauss, who explains why happiness can seem more elusive the harder we chase it. Then, we bring you the latest edition of our segment “Your Questions Answered.” Behavioral scientist Alison Wood Brooks answers listener questions on how to be a better conversationalist.
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Julie Ort’s Story
A favorite from 2022: After a mortifying fall in physics class, Julie remembers the unexpected gift she received from a fellow student.
You 2.0: The Passion Pill
Behavioral scientist Jon Jachimowicz looks at how to keep our passions alive, and how to channel old passions into new pursuits.
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Maureen Futtner’s Story
A few days after her sister passed away, a stranger on the subway asked Maureen how she was doing. The conversation that followed is one that she will forever cherish.
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You 2.0: What Is Your Life For?
What should you do with your life? This week, researcher Victor Strecher explores the science of creating a life full of meaning.
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Karen de Boer’s Story
As a college freshman, Karen was sometimes inconsiderate to her hallmate, Pam. So when Karen missed the bus to her choir performance, an hour away, she was surprised — and moved — when Pam came to her rescue.
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