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The Darin Olien ShowDr. Laurie Santos: The Truth About Happiness Nobody Told You
What if everything you’ve been taught about happiness… is wrong?
Yale psychology professor and host of The Happiness Lab, Dr. Laurie Santos, joins Darin to dismantle the biggest myths we believe about fulfillment—and reveal what actually works. From social comparison and toxic positivity to hedonic adaptation and brain rewiring, this episode offers science-backed, soul-refreshing insights that just might change your life.
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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
00:00 – Welcome to the show + sponsor message (Thera Sage)
02:00 – What sparked Laurie’s lifelong study of happiness2025-04-251h 01
Radio St. Pete Podcast ArchivePASSION STRUCK w/John Miles: Laurie Santos - How to Matter in a Busy WorldLaurie Santos on How to Matter in a Busy World
What does it really mean to live a happy, meaningful life — and why do so many of us get it wrong? In this powerful episode, John is joined by Dr. Laurie Santos, the Yale professor behind The Science of Well-Being — the most popular course in Yale’s history. Laurie has captivated millions by revealing the surprising, science-backed strategies for boosting happiness and fighting the modern epidemic of disconnection. Today, we dive deep into the concept of mattering — why feeling valued and making a difference are essential to our well-bei...2025-04-0255 min
Most Likely ToMost Likely to Make People Happy: Dr. Laurie Santos, psychology professor & podcasterHer class at Yale is the most popular in university history. Her podcast The Happiness Lab is one of the most listened-to in the world. But as a kid, Laurie Santos wanted to be... a dolphin trainer?! In this chat with Janelle, Laurie shares her experience growing up mixed-race in Massachusetts and offers real, science-based strategies to help you become a happier human. (Also covered: that time a bunch of monkeys stole all of her eggplants in Puerto Rico — and the surprising thing it reveals about behavior.)You can take Dr. Santos' free, remote class "Th...2025-03-2422 min
Passion Struck with John R. MilesLaurie Santos on How to Matter in a Busy World | EP 583In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes Dr. Laurie Santos, a renowned psychologist and professor at Yale University, to discuss the importance of mattering in our increasingly busy and disconnected world. Dr. Santos shares insights from her popular Yale course, "Psychology and the Good Life," and her podcast, "The Happiness Lab," exploring how social connections, intrinsic motivation, and the act of helping others can enhance our sense of belonging and overall happiness.Link to the full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/laurie-santos-on-how-to-matter-in-a-busy-world/Key takeaways:
The Importance of Mattering: Mattering is c...2025-03-1155 min
StrollerCoaster: A Parenting PodcastParental Happiness w/Dr. Laurie SantosSPECIAL GUEST! Dr. Laurie Santos, Yale professor and host of The Happiness Lab, gives us her sought-after advice for finding more joy in our lives. Parents will love her fresh take and practical insights for “finding the good” even in the most challenging parenting moments.Then in our Parenting Story of the Day, you will hear from a mom of two who was searching for happiness – until she realized it was right in front of her. Special thanks to Walmart for sponsoring this episode! www.walmart.com Dr. Laurie Santos / FB / IG / X / YTD...2025-03-0323 min
Niche to Meet You🎳 Bowling and 🎶 Choral Societies: Third Spaces with Robert Putnam and Dr. Laurie SantosThe Happiness Lab comes to Niche to Meet You.
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EPISODE NOTES:Let's go on a field trip to The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos. Laurie is a cognitive scientist at Yale and her course titled "Psychology and the Good Life" became the most popular course in Yale's history.In our episode called “On the road” we learned about the idea of third...2025-02-1438 min
SuperPsyched with Dr. Adam Dorsay#251 Laurie Santos, PhD | The Science of Well-BeingIn this episode of SuperPsyched, hosted by Dr. Adam Dorsay, listeners are introduced to Dr. Laurie Santos, a professor of psychology at Yale and a leading voice in positive psychology. The discussion covers the mental health crises among college students, the impact of social media, and the pressures of modern life. Dr. Santos shares insights from her popular course, 'The Science of Wellbeing,' and her podcast, 'The Happiness Lab.' They explore topics such as the importance of social connections, the benefits of focusing on happiness, and practical strategies for improving mental health. Dr. Santos also talks about...2025-02-1147 min
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques179. Finding Positive in Negative Emotions: Communication, Happiness & WellbeingA double definition of happiness — and how to cultivate both parts.The new year gives us an opportunity to reflect on who we are and who we want to be. As we set resolutions and prepare for evolutions, this special four-part series on communication, happiness, and well-being explores practical ways to enhance our lives through better communication, deeper connections, and more meaningful choices.There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to happiness, but according to Laurie Santos, everyone needs the two key components of contentment and fulfillment — or as she puts it, being happy in you...2025-01-2124 min
The Jōrni PodcastEpisode 245 - Emotional Freedom by Design with Laurie SantosJanuary 7, 2025The Jōrni PodcastEpisode 245 - Emotional Freedom by Design with Laurie SantosIn this episode, we explore how blending Emotional Freedom Techniques with Human Design can help us release limiting beliefs and build emotional resilience. By tailoring these methods to each individual, this approach helps us find inner balance and the confidence to pursue our unique paths with energy and purpose.We also explore how learning about our personal design can bring fresh insights into mental, emotional, and relational wellbeing. This conversation invites us to embrace our authentic selves more fully, c...2025-01-071h 06
With & For / Dr. Pam KingActivating the Science of Happiness: Healthy Habits, Self-Compassion, and Meaning, with Dr. Laurie SantosScience can change your life. The more we study what makes people develop, grow, learn, and flourish—the more we see how the practical application of scientific findings can help us transform our life and experience—into a life of value, meaning, purpose and true thriving.Yale psychologist Laurie Santos has spent her career investigating the human brain and how it thrives. From her popular Yale course to her podcast, The Happiness Lab, she’s communicating actionable and hopeful lessons for how to build lasting habits, cultivate self-compassion, manage complex emotions, and realign our lives toward meaningful happin...2025-01-061h 08
UntangleThe Real Scoop on How to Be Happier (with actionable steps!) With Dr. Laurie SantosToday's encore episode is with Yale Psychology Professor and Happiness Lab podcast host, Laurie Santos. Laurie taught "Psychology and the Good Life" first in spring 2018 in response to concerning levels of student depression, anxiety, and stress on campus. It became the most popular class in Yale's history. Laurie Santos has definitely hit a nerve. The good news is that we have a lot more control over our happiness levels than we think. Laurie talks about how to put the science of happiness and well-being to work in our own lives. And she offers actionable steps and choices we can...2024-12-2432 min
Huberman LabHow to Achieve True Happiness Using Science-Based Protocols | Dr. Laurie SantosIn this episode, my guest is Dr. Laurie Santos, Ph.D., a professor of psychology and cognitive science at Yale University and a leading researcher on happiness and fulfillment. We discuss what truly increases happiness, examining factors such as money, social comparison, free time, alone time versus time spent with others, pets, and the surprising positive impact of negative visualizations. We also explore common myths and truths about introverts and extroverts, the science of motivation, and how to adjust your hedonic set point to experience significantly more joy in daily life. Throughout the episode, Dr. Santos shares science-supported strategies...2024-12-233h 08
Stay Tuned with PreetThe Formula for Happiness (with Dr. Laurie Santos)What does it take to be happy? Dr. Laurie Santos is the Chandrika and Ranjan Tandon Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University, where she teaches “Psychology and the Good Life.” She’s also host of the podcast, “The Happiness Lab.” Dr. Santos joins Preet to discuss:
The definition of happiness and how to maximize it
The parenting paradox
How job crafting can bring purpose to any career
Self-care vs caring for others
Practicing gratitude
The health effects of loneliness and the importance of social connection
The relationship between religion and happiness
Why negative emotions are...2024-12-191h 17
The Optimist Project with Yara ShahidiDr. Laurie Santos Explains the Psychology of OptimismDr. Laurie Santos—THE Yale psychology professor who’s revolutionized how we think about happiness helps us tap into the literal science of well-being.As the creator of Yale’s most popular course EVER, The Science of Well-Being, and host of the hit podcast The Happiness Lab, Dr. Santos breaks down the psychology of optimism and introduces us to the “Beautiful Mess Effect.” We also explore why happiness can feel so tricky to achieve—and she shares practical tools to help us rewire our approach to well-being.Want to share your experience or ask a question? Ca...2024-12-1847 min
Emotions Untapped#021 Emotional Breakthroughs: Exploring EFT and the Human Design Connection with Laurie SantosSend us a textThis episode features Laurie Santos, an internationally accredited advanced EFT therapist, who shares her journey from a childhood of emotional suppression to a career dedicated to emotional healing. With a background in criminology, anthropology, and probation work, Laurie brings a unique perspective on Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and its ability to release stored emotional energy and build self-trust.In this episode, we explore:Laurie’s personal story of overcoming emotional suppression and finding healingThe origins of EFT, inspired by Dr. Roger Callahan's Thought Field Therapy and developed by Gary CraigHow EF...2024-11-281h 14
Smologies with Alie WardHAPPINESS with Laurie SantosWhat is happiness? How do our circumstances affect happiness? Why is the word “gratitude” kinda cringey? What can we do to feel better? Should we try to feel happy all the time? Yale cognitive scientist, Eudemonologist, and host of The Happiness Lab podcast Dr. Laurie Santos chats about how scientists measure human happiness and what their research has shown helps achieve it, even during the worst of times. Also: silver medal face, which will make sense when you listen.Follow Dr. Laurie Santos on InstagramHer podcast The Happiness LabDonations went to Dono...2024-07-1124 minUntangleThere is (actually!) a Science of Happiness and Wellbeing. With Laurie SantosToday's encore episode is with Yale Psychology Professor and Happiness Lab podcast host, Laurie Santos. Laurie taught "Psychology and the Good Life" first in spring 2018 in response to concerning levels of student depression, anxiety, and stress on campus. It became the most popular class in Yale's history. Laurie Santos has definitely hit a nerve. The good news is that we have a lot more control over our happiness levels than we think. Laurie talks about how to put the science of happiness and well-being to work in our own lives. And she offers actionable steps and choices we can t...2024-05-2832 min
Depression Detox Show | Daily Inspirational Talks764 | Dr. Laurie Santos: "There's A Mismatch."Yale University professor, Scientist, and host of The Happiness Lab Podcast returns to discuss why the world is so stressed at work. Source: 5 Ways to Improve Well-Being in the Workplace: Trends from the Science of Happiness | SXSW 2024Connect with Dr. Laurie Santos: Website: Dr. Laurie SantosInstagram: lauriesantosofficialYouTube: Dr. Laurie SantosPodcast: The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie SantosDr. Laurie's Course: The Science...2024-05-1615 min
A Slight Change of PlansThe Science of Happiness with Dr. Laurie SantosWe're not great at knowing what makes us happy, says Laurie Santos, host of "The Happiness Lab." Laurie joins Maya for a wide-ranging conversation about the latest happiness research and her favorite happiness-boosting strategies. They also discuss how much of our happiness is hard-wired, if there's such a thing as thinking about happiness too much, and what you should know if you ever feel guilty feeling happy, given the state of the world. For more on Laurie, check out her podcast "The Happiness Lab." If you liked this episode, try this one from the archive: “The Science of...2024-03-2137 min
Lab de la Felicidad¿Quieres ser más feliz?Basado en el curso de psicología que imparte en Yale -la clase más popular en los 300 años de historia de la universidad- Laboratorio de la felicidad con la Dra. Laurie Santos y Dayanara Torres te llevará a través de las últimas investigaciones científicas y compartirá algunas historias sorprendentes e inspiradoras que cambiarán tu forma de pensar sobre la felicidad.La Dra. Laurie Santos es catedrática de Psicología y directora del Silliman College de la Universidad de Yale. Es profesora y presentadora de podcasts, es experta en cognición humana y en los ses...2024-02-2700 min
Evolving with GratitudeEpisode 85 - Inside The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie SantosStep into "The Happiness Lab" with Dr. Laurie Santos in this engaging episode. Join us as Dr. Santos helps us overcome the ways our minds lie to us about happiness!🤔 Beloved for making complex science relatable, Laurie shares eye-opening insights that challenge conventional wisdom. From the power of social connections to embracing all your emotions, this episode will change the way you think about happiness. Get ready to unlock the transformative potential of well-being. Tune in now and embark on a journey to a happier you!
Transcript available at LainieRowell.com.
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1 big thingLaurie Santos: Finding connection in lonely timesAccording to the Surgeon General, about one in two American adults report experiencing loneliness. As self-help voices continue cropping up in every corner of the internet on staving off loneliness and finding happiness, Laurie Santos of Yale--host of The Happiness Lab podcast--brings a scientific perspective. She says research tell us we're bad at knowing what makes us feel good, but that getting better at it could have far-reaching consequences for society as a whole: "Ultimately, social connection really needs to be our bottom line in terms of public health."Finding connection in lonely times: Why it may...2023-11-3021 min
House Calls with Dr. Vivek MurthyEncore (Student Edition) | Laurie Santos: What Makes Us Happy?In this episode, we re-visit a conversation with Dr. Laurie Santos, professor of Yale University’s famed “happiness” course (which has been adapted into a free online course taken by 4+ million people). As we address a youth mental health crisis, the U.S. Surgeon General and Dr. Santos talk about ways college students can find greater happiness through simple changes in behavior and mindset. In a world in which we believe our happiness hinges on material or external things, creating our own happiness is within us, says Dr. Santos. Tune in and see if you can figure out where your h...2023-11-2936 min
The Coursera PodcastThe Key to Happiness with Laurie SantosWe sat down with Dr. Laurie Santos, a renowned professor of psychology at Yale University and the host of the popular podcast The Happiness Lab.
Her course on evidence-based strategies for happiness, The Science of Well-Being, became the most popular in the university’s history and has developed into a global phenomenon, with the online version garnering more than 4.5 million enrollments on Coursera.
In this conversation, Laurie tells us what the science of psychology says about how to make wiser choices and live a life that’s more fulfilling. She also explains how being happy with...2023-11-1629 min
Depression Detox Show | Daily Inspirational Talks605 | Dr. Laurie Santos: “What Do We Do With Negative Emotions?”Yale Professor, scientist, and host of The Happiness Lab Podcast returns to discuss a proven strategy to overcome negative emotions. Source: How to Be Happy Connect with Dr. Laurie Santos: Website: Dr. Laurie Santos Instagram: lauriesantosofficial YouTube: Dr. Laurie Santos Podcast: The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos Dr. Laurie's Course: The Science of Well-Being Previous Episode: 339 | Dr. Laurie Santos: "We Think We Can Affect Our Ha...2023-10-0606 min
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Depresh Mode with John MoeDr. Laurie Santos on How to Get More Happiness (Aired September 12, 2022)This episode originally aired on September 12, 2022.In the entire 321-year history of Yale University, the most popular class ever is a relatively new one called “Psychology and the Good Life”, taught by Dr. Laurie Santos. Since it’s debut in 2018, it has proved to be so much in demand that Yale now offers a version of the class for free online to anyone in the world.Part of the appeal is that Dr. Santos is a really great professor. She’s smart, presents lessons in a compelling way. But beyond that, the class holds appeal because...2023-07-1058 min
The Going Scared Podcast with Jessica HoneggerExploring True Happiness with Dr. Laurie SantosHow many of you have had an amazing, epic, mountain top moment happen in your life — but deep down inside, the view from the top didn't make you feel quite as happy as you imagined? To be honest, we’ve all had that experience. But it doesn't have to be that way... Today, Jessica spends time with Dr. Laurie Santos — a cognitive scientist and researcher of all things happiness. Together they'll unpack some of the baggage that leads us to ignore the sweeter moments in life and keeps us from being truly happy. How many of you...2023-06-0142 min
Nobody Listens to Paula PoundstonePursuing Happiness with Dr. Laurie SantosCan money buy happiness, and if not, can we at least rent it? We’ve got Yale professor and the host of “The Happiness Lab”, Dr. Laurie Santos, here to drop some breadcrumbs along the trail to Happytown! And now that we’ve made you happy, prepare to be slightly annoyed, as we plumb the depths of corporate minutiae again in our Department of Fine Print!GUESTDr. Laurie SantosYale professor. Scientist. Podcast host.drlauriesantos.comYouTube Channeltwitterinstagramhappin...2023-04-181h 43
It’s not that simpleHAPPINESS, with Laurie SantosWhat is happiness? Can it be studied? Are there steps we can all take in order to become happy? To answer these questions, Pedro Pinto interviews Laurie Santos in this episode of “It’s Not That Simple”, a podcast by the Francisco Manuel dos Santos Foundation.
An expert on the science of happiness, Santos is the Chandrika and Ranjan Tandon Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University. In addition to her work on the evolutionary origins of human cognition, Laurie is an expert on the ways in which our minds lie to us about...2023-03-0830 min
The Behavioral Design PodcastHappiness Design with Laurie SantosIn this episode, we speak with Laurie Santos, Professor at Yale. In addition to her research on primate decision-making, Laurie is an expert on the science of well-being. Her teachings on the psychology of the good life are some of the most popular of all time at Yale and on Coursera. She also has a free curriculum for high schools, and she even has her own podcast.
We chatted with Laurie about shared living spaces and the importance of being social (even when we don’t feel like being social!). We also compare happiness with psychological richness, and...2023-03-0850 min
Depression Detox Show | Daily Inspirational Talks435 | Dr. Laurie Santos: "It's Really Terrible For Our Happiness." Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos returns to the show to share her top 4 of 5 lessons to be happy. Number 3 is my fav. Source: How to Be Happy Connect with Dr. Laurie Santos: Website: Dr. Laurie Santos Instagram: lauriesantosofficial YouTube: Dr. Laurie Santos Podcast: The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos Dr. Laurie's Course: The Science of Well-Being Previous Episode: 339 | Dr. Laurie Santos: "We Think We Can Affect Our Happiness." Hosted by Malikee Josephs (Pronounced Muh leek Jo seffs) Give Me A Shout: Follow Me On Instagram @DepressionDetoxShow. Email me: mj@depressiondetoxshow.com Support The Show: Donate2023-02-1013 min
10% Happier with Dan HarrisFrom The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos | Being Here Now with Tony HaleWe're sharing a preview of another podcast we love, The Happiness Lab. On The Happiness Lab, Dr. Laurie Santos explores all the ways we get our happiness wrong and what we can to do really feel better. She walks through the latest evidence-based strategies for improving your mental health, sharing practical advice on what will really bring more joy. In her latest New Year season of The Happiness Lab, Laurie tackles how to listen to the inner voice of what we really need in the new year. We're often looking into the future... hunting for the "next big thing."...2023-01-1637 min
Rebel Eaters ClubYou Might Also Like: The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie SantosIntroducing How to Fight Perfectionism from The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos.Follow the show: The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie SantosHolding yourself to impossibly high standards is self-defeating and makes for a miserable life. Can Dr Laurie Santos find ways to tackle her constant perfectionism so she can perform better and have more fun? She hears from researcher Thomas Curran about a worrying growth in perfectionism in society, and asks "recovering perfectionist" Jordana Confino how to tackle the nagging voice in your head telling you to always push yourself and w...2023-01-0900 min
The Psychology PodcastLaurie Santos || The Science of HappinessToday we welcome Dr. Laurie Santos, psychology professor and Head of Silliman College at Yale University. Her course, “Psychology and the Good Life,”is Yale’s most popular course in over 300 years and has been adapted into a free Coursera program that has been taken by over 3.3 million people to date. Dr. Santos is a winner of numerous awards both for her science and teaching from institutions such as Yale and the American Psychological Association. She is also the podcast host of The Happiness Lab.In this episode, I talk to Dr. Laurie Santos about happiness. People are un...2022-10-1346 min
The One You FeedHow to Lead a Happier Life with Dr. Laurie SantosDr. Laurie Santos is Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University. She is the host of the podcast The Happiness Lab and is an expert on human cognition and the cognitive biases that impede better choices. Her course, “Psychology and the Good Life,” teaches students what the science of psychology says about how to make wiser choices and live a life that’s happier and more fulfilling. Dr. Santos has been featured in numerous news outlets including the New York Times, NBC Nightly News, The Today Show, CBS This Morning, and more. She has won numerous awa...2022-10-121h 07The One You FeedHow to Lead a Happier Life with Dr. Laurie SantosDr. Laurie Santos is Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University. She is the host of the podcast The Happiness Lab and is an expert on human cognition and the cognitive biases that impede better choices. Her course, “Psychology and the Good Life,” teaches students what the science of psychology says about how to make wiser choices and live a life that’s happier and more fulfilling. Dr. Santos has been featured in numerous news outlets including the New York Times, NBC Nightly News, The Today Show, CBS This Morning, and more. She has won numerous awa...2022-10-121h 07
Radio HeadspaceFeel Your Feelings with Dr. Laurie SantosPsychology professor and podcast host Dr. Laurie Santos is on Radio Headspace all week. Today, she talks about how acknowledging tough feelings and actually dealing with them brings us closer to the happiness we seek.If you want to learn more about the science of happiness, check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast The Happiness Lab here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-09-3008 minRadio HeadspaceThe Power of Gratitude with Dr. Laurie SantosPsychology professor and podcast host Dr. Laurie Santos is on Radio Headspace all week. Today, she talks about how gratitude is a foolproof way to feel a little better, especially during tough times. If you want to learn more about the science of happiness, check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast The Happiness Lab here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-09-2907 minRadio HeadspaceBye, Burnout with Dr. Laurie SantosPsychology professor and podcast host Dr. Laurie Santos is on Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares some tips on avoiding burnout, even when you don’t have time for a break. If you want to learn more about the science of happiness, check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast The Happiness Lab here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-09-2808 minRadio HeadspaceRethink Self-Care with Dr. Laurie SantosPsychology professor and podcast host Dr. Laurie Santos is on Radio Headspace all week. Today, she's talking about finding self-care activities that restore us and bring us back to ourselves.If you want to learn more about the science of happiness, check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast The Happiness Lab here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-09-2707 minRadio HeadspaceThe Truth About Happiness with Dr. Laurie SantosPsychology professor and podcast host Dr. Laurie Santos is on Radio Headspace all week. Today, she'll explore surprising and simple ways to find happiness.If you want to learn more about the science of happiness, check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast The Happiness Lab here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-09-2607 min
Hello Monday with Jessi HempelDr. Laurie Santos on increasing happinessDr. Laurie Santos teaches people how to be happier. She’s the host of the Happiness Lab podcast on Pushkin, and the creator and teacher of Yale’s most popular class, known on Coursera.com as “The Science of Wellbeing.” She sits down with Jessi to share her journey with the science of happiness, what many people misunderstand about how joy works, and how we can each increase our own happiness. Learn more about Dr. Laurie Santos here and check out The Happiness Lab podcast.Follow Jessi Hempel on LinkedIn and preorder her upcoming memoir here. 2022-09-2632 min
House Calls with Dr. Vivek MurthyDr. Laurie Santos: What Makes Us Happy?Do we understand what makes us happy? And if we do, can we make ourselves happier? These are the questions Yale Professor Laurie Santos has been studying for years. As students navigate back to school, Dr. Santos and the U.S. Surgeon General explore how we can help our kids, and ourselves, find greater happiness through changing our behavior and shifting our mindset. In a world in which our happiness might feel driven by externalities, creating our own happiness is within our reach, says Dr. Santos. Tune in and see if you can figure out where your happiness lies...2022-09-2154 minDepresh Mode with John MoeDr. Laurie Santos on How to Get More HappinessIn the entire 321-year history of Yale University, the most popular class ever is a relatively new one called “Psychology and the Good Life”, taught by Dr. Laurie Santos. Since it’s debut in 2018, it has proved to be so much in demand that Yale now offers a version of the class for free online to anyone in the world.Part of the appeal is that Dr. Santos is a really great professor. She’s smart, presents lessons in a compelling way. But beyond that, the class holds appeal because so many people these days are not happy at...2022-09-1258 min
Depression Detox Show | Daily Inspirational Talks339 | Dr. Laurie Santos: "We Think We Can Affect Our Happiness." Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos debuts to share the MOST important tips from her groundbreaking class, "The Science Of Wellbeing". Source: NatCon19: "How to Be Happy" - Laurie R. Santos Connect with Dr. Laurie Santos: Website: Dr. Laurie Santos Instagram: lauriesantosofficial YouTube: Dr. Laurie Santos Podcast: The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos Dr. Lauri's Course: The Science of Well-Being Hosted by Malikee Josephs (Pronounced Muh leek Jo seffs) Follow The Show On Instagram @DepressionDetoxShow. Contact me: MJ@depressiondetoxshow.com2022-07-2915 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstLaurie Santos On The Surprising Truth About Happiness & How to Become Happier TodayToday’s guest is Dr. Laurie Santos who's a professor of psychology and head of Silliman College at Yale University. Dr. Santos is an expert on human cognition and the cognitive biases that impede better choices. Her course, Psychology and the Good Life, teaches students what the science of psychology says about how to make wiser choices and live a life that's happier and more fulfilling. The class is Yale's most popular course in over 300 years and has been adapted into a free Coursera program that has been taken by over 3.9 million people to date. Dr. Santos ha...2022-07-1149 min
Sleep Like A BossTap to Sleep with Laurie SantosIf I had to name one good thing from this pandemic, it would be discovering Laurie Santos.
Laurie Santos is an internationally accredited EFT practitioner aka Emotional Freedom Technique, Tapping practitioner, and she's a manifestation coach. She is originally from the San Francisco Bay area, she has a master's in Justice and Criminology and served as a federal probation officer for nearly 10 years.
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It helps calm the nervous system down, and process emotional blocks and is an excellent tool for anyone struggling with stress or anxiety.
Listen...2022-07-1039 min
PivotElon’s Twitter Buy, Urban Hellscapes, and Guest Dr. Laurie SantosKara is joined by co-host George Hahn today to discuss Elon Musk becoming Twitter's largest shareholder, Louis C.K.'s Grammy win, and urban crime trends. This episode's Friend of Pivot, Dr. Laurie Santos of The Happiness Lab to talk about the secret to living a happy life.You can find George on Twitter at @georgehahn.You can find Dr. Laurie Santos hosting The Happiness Lab and on Twitter at @lauriesantos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-04-051h 09
People Behind the Science Podcast641: Dr. Laurie Santos: Comparing the Cognitive Capacity of Canines, Humans, and Other PrimatesListen Free in iTunes
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Dr. Laurie Santos is a Professor of Psychology and Director of the Comparative Cognition Laboratory at Yale University. She received her B.A. in Psychology and Biology from Harvard and Radcliffe College, and went on to complete her M.A. and Ph.D. in Psychology from Harvard University. Among Laurie’s many awards and honors, she has received the American Psychological Association’s Distinguished Scientific Award for Early Career Contributions to Psychology, the Lex Hixton Prize for Teaching Excellence in the Social Sciences, the Arthur Greer Memori...2022-01-3137 min
People Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science CareersComparing the Cognitive Capacity of Canines, Humans, and Other Primates - Dr. Laurie SantosDr. Laurie Santos is a Professor of Psychology and Director of the Comparative Cognition Laboratory at Yale University. She studies the cognitive abilities, strategies, and decision-making processes we use to see if any non-human species share these, or whether they are uniquely human. In her free time, Lori enjoys nature through leisurely hikes. She is also fascinated by celebrity autobiographies and memoirs, and she likes singing karaoke. Laurie received her B.A. in Psychology and Biology from Harvard and Radcliffe College, and went on to complete her M.A. and Ph.D. in Psychology from Harvard University. Among Laurie’s...2022-01-3137 min
People Behind the Science641: Comparing the Cognitive Capacity of Canines, Humans, and Other Primates - Dr. Laurie SantosDr. Laurie Santos is a Professor of Psychology and Director of the Comparative Cognition Laboratory at Yale University. She studies the cognitive abilities, strategies, and decision-making processes we use to see if any non-human species share these, or whether they are uniquely human. In her free time, Lori enjoys nature through leisurely hikes. She is also fascinated by celebrity autobiographies and memoirs, and she likes singing karaoke. Laurie received her B.A. in Psychology and Biology from Harvard and Radcliffe College, and went on to complete her M.A. and Ph.D. in Psychology from Harvard University. Among Laurie’s ma...2022-01-3137 min
We Can Do Hard Things63. How to Live a Little Happier with Dr. Laurie Santos1. The simple exercises Laurie conducts with her students at Yale to help them reset their brains and restructure their days in order to access happiness. 2. Why being “time famished” is one of the most common obstacles to happiness, the signals our bodies give us that we are starved of unstructured time, and what we can do to build more of it. 3. How understanding that our brains are wired as “comparison machines” incompatible with happiness can lead to improved wellbeing. About Laurie: Dr. Laurie Santos is Professor of Psy...2022-01-2041 minWe Can Do Hard Things62. The Big Lies & the Truth About Happiness with Dr. Laurie Santos1. One easy thing we can do to increase our happiness by 1% when we’re feeling tired and overwhelmed.2. Our misconception that happiness is about our circumstances–the next promotion, the new relationship–and the reality that often people with fantastic circumstances are miserable.3. Why our emotions flow directly from our thoughts–and how we can improve our wellbeing by changing our mind’s interpretation of events.About Laurie:Dr. Laurie Santos is Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University. Dr. Santos is an expert on human co...2022-01-181h 07
10% Happier with Dan HarrisStaying Sane at Work | Laurie SantosIt turns out you can call up Laurie Santos and ask about any conundrum and she will respond with a veritable treasure trove of scientifically-grounded relatable wisdom. In this episode, we ask the question: how do you hit the reset button at work? This question can apply to a variety of contexts - maybe you’re leaving a job, looking for a job, starting a new job, or trying to do your current job more mindfully. Dr. Laurie Santos is a professor of psychology at Yale University and the host of the popular podcast The...2021-11-0554 min
Stories of ImpactHappiness and Human Flourishing with Laurie Santos and Arthur C. BrooksToday, we hear about human happiness from two of the world’s foremost researchers on the subject: Dr. Laurie Santos and Dr. Arthur Brooks. Dr. Santos hosts The Happiness Lab, a podcast “that will forever alter the way you think about happiness.” She’s also a Professor of Psychology at Yale University and teacher of one of the most popular classes ever in Yale history: The Happiness Class, which tries to give students the keys to happiness and satisfaction. Dr. Brooks is a Harvard professor, social scientist, prolific bestselling author, and columnist at The Atlantic. Learn more: Laur...2021-10-1924 min
Work in Progress with Sophia BushDr. Laurie SantosToday’s guest is bona fide award-winning scientist and one of Popular Science magazine’s “Brilliant 10,” Dr. Laurie Santos. Dr. Laurie Santos joins Sophia on the podcast today to talk about how our memory doesn’t remember our resilience, making behavioral changes so that they’ll stick, the course she created and taught at Yale, her podcast The Happiness Lab, and so much more!Executive Producers: Sophia Bush & Rabbit Grin ProductionsAssociate Producers: Samantha Skelton & Mica SangiacomoEditor: Josh WindischArtwork by the Hoodzpah SistersThis show is brou...2021-10-121h 12
Insight with Chris Van VlietThe Happiness Lab: Dr. Laurie Santos On The Science Of How To Be HappyToday's guest is Dr. Laurie Santos. Laurie is a cognitive scientist and Professor of Psychology at Yale University. She is also the host of the extremely popular podcast called "The Happiness Lab" which is on the Apple Top 100 charts. She joins Chris Van Vliet to talk about the science of being happy, 3 simple things we can do in our daily life to be happier, the course she teaches at Yale University called "Psychology and The Good Life" and how you can take her course for free on Coursera, how Covid has affected our well-being and much more!2021-09-2240 min
The Jordan Harbinger Show554: Laurie Santos | Practical Lessons from The Happiness LabLaurie Santos (@lauriesantos) is a professor of psychology at Yale University, instructor of Coursera's The Science of Well-Being course (adapted from her popular Psychology and the Good Life course at Yale), and host of The Happiness Lab podcast.
What We Discuss with Laurie Santos:
Happiness is actually a set of skills we can learn and master as opposed to some ideal state of being.
While there's no denying that genetics and circumstances play a role in happiness, the good news is that we're in control of developing the mindset and behavior to mobilize it.
The mechanisms...2021-08-311h 13
Comes A TimeLaurie SantosOn this episode of Comes a Time, Mike and Oteil welcome Yale Psychology Professor Laurie Santos onto the show. Laurie is the host of The Happiness Lab, a podcast focused on the science of happiness that provides helpful advice on ways to improve your life. In this conversation you’ll hear the three talk about the mental health crisis on college campuses, the idea of happiness existing as a relative concept, how misguided expectations can lead to disappointment and vice versa, and much more. You’ll also hear Laurie’s insights on money versus time in regards to which of the two w...2021-08-271h 13
UntangleEncore - Laurie Santos - The Real Scoop on How to Be Happier (From the Most Popular Course in Yale)Yale Psychology Professor Laurie Santos taught "Psychology and the Good Life" first in spring 2018 in response to concerning levels of student depression, anxiety, and stress on campus. It became the most popular class in Yale's history. Next, Coursera offered the course online, calling it "The Science of Well Being" and, to date, over 400k people have taken it. Laurie Santos has definitely hit a nerve. The good news is that we have a lot more control over our happiness levels than we think. Laurie talks about how to put the science of happiness and well-being to work in our own...2021-07-2732 min
Bad With Money With Gabe DunnHappiness & Money: Dr. Laurie SantosDr. Laurie Santos joins Gaby to discuss NOT whether money buys happiness (it does!) but rather what science shows us we should also be focusing on for happiness, why the human brain is designed to be bad with money, and what happened when monkeys were taught to buy treats with currency. Also, the curse of the lottery. Then, on Dear Gaby, a listener writes in about receiving a raise after discovering gender pay inequity at work and how she is using it for good. And, listener Casey calls in to ask about ethically investing an unexpected inheritance.
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For the Life of the World / Yale Center for Faith & CultureThe Freedom of Forgiveness: Ancient Christian Wisdom on The Happiness Lab / Laurie Santos & Miroslav VolfA conversation on the ancient wisdom of Christian forgiveness, between Yale psychologist Laurie Santos (host, The Happiness Lab) and Miroslav Volf. Recently appearing on The Happiness Lab, Miroslav and Laurie discuss his older brother's tragic death as a child and his family's response to forgive. Miroslav reflects on the formative impact of these events. He contrasts forgiveness as an obligation with forgiveness as a gift that frees one from captivity to the past and opens up possibilities for the future. Forgiveness, for him, is more than an event but a practice cultivated throughout life, offering a way of recognizing...2021-05-0834 min
Reasonably Happy with Paul OllingerThe Science of Well-being (w/Dr. Laurie Santos)(Originally posted Sept, 2019...but so worth another listen) Our brains are not good at predicting what will actually make us happy. You think you want more money, more fame, and to be alone, but what will actually make you happy are more social connections and more gratitude. Dr. Santos’ course Psychology and the Good Life—the most popular class in Yale’s history—teaches students to live happier, more fulfilling lives, which is good because student rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts are at an all-time high. Laurie Santos, PhD is a cognitive scientist, Professor of Psychology and Director of Yale’...2021-04-2059 min
The Learnit Podcast#22, Dr. Laurie Santos, Professor Psychology, Yale University: How to be Happy in a PandemicWe could all use strategies to help us cope, and where possible, positively navigate the continual stresses of pandemic life. Dr. Laurie Santos, Head of Silliman College, Professor of Psychology at Yale University, and founder of The Happiness Lab, is a leading specialist on human cognition and the cognitive biases that can negatively impact our life choices and decision making. Her course, “Psychology and the Good Life” is Yale’s most popular course in the university’s 300+ year history. Dr. Santos wants her students to be more grateful, procrastinate less and increase social connections in order to decrease mental health i...2021-03-1252 min
The Learnit Podcast#22, Dr. Laurie Santos, Professor Psychology, Yale University: How to be Happy in a PandemicWe could all use strategies to help us cope, and where possible, positively navigate the continual stresses of pandemic life. Dr. Laurie Santos, Head of Silliman College, Professor of Psychology at Yale University, and founder of The Happiness Lab, is a leading specialist on human cognition and the cognitive biases that can negatively impact our life choices and decision making. Her course, “Psychology and the Good Life” is Yale’s most popular course in the university’s 300+ year history. Dr. Santos wants her students to be more grateful, procrastinate less and increase social connections in order to decrease mental health issues...2021-03-1252 min
Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan ChatterjeeThe Surprising Truth About Happiness with Professor Laurie Santos #151What is happiness? And can we learn to be happier than we already are? Today’s guest believes we can. Laurie Santos is a professor of psychology at Yale University and host of The Happiness Lab podcast. Her ‘Science of Wellbeing’ course became the most popular in the university’s history and has developed into a global phenomenon, with over three million people signing up to study Laurie’s evidence-based strategies for happiness.In this conversation, Laurie shares exactly what those happiness boosting strategies actually are. She also explains how being happy with your life, diff...2021-01-271h 48
The Nelda PodcastLaurie Santos, Ph.D., The Science of HappinessChasing happiness is universal. Achieving it is not. The good news is that every one of us can do things to feel happier. The problem is many of us do the exact opposite of what will truly make our lives better. Yale University Professor of Psychology Dr. Laurie Santos teaches The Good Life, a course that focuses on positive psychology and increasing happiness. It’s a course she developed in response to the level of stress, anxiety, and depression she was seeing among students that had every reason to feel positive about their lives. “To witness such unhappiness, I deci...2021-01-1938 min
10% Happier with Dan HarrisYou're Doing Resolutions Wrong. Here’s How to Fix It. | Dr. Laurie SantosNew Year’s Series Episode 4. Today we’re going to dive into the science behind why so many of us get New Year's resolutions so wrong -- and how we can do better. My guest is Dr. Laurie Santos. As you may remember, she made her debut on this show just over a month ago, in an episode about how to handle the pandemic winter blues. She was such a font of practical wisdom that we almost immediately invited her back. Laurie is a tenured psychology professor at Yale, where she teaches a massively popular course on happiness. She also hosts...2021-01-0653 min10% Happier with Dan HarrisSecrets from the Happiness Lab | Laurie Santos2020 has already sucked extremely hard, but we may now be entering even more difficult months ahead, as winter sets in. So we asked Professor Laurie Santos to come on. She is overflowing with science-based strategies for navigating this difficult time. This is the second episode in our 2-part series that we’re semi-facetiously calling Winter is Coming. If you missed last week’s episode with Zindel Segal, a pioneer in mindful treatment for depression and anxiety, go check it out. Laurie is a tenured professor at Yale, where she teaches a blockbuster course on happiness. She’s also now the host o...2020-12-021h 04
Work with Erika Ayers BadanObsession With Perfection (Feat. Dr. Laurie Santos)Erika is joined by Yale Professor Dr. Laurie Santos! Laurie is a self-proclaimed happiness expert and teaches the most popular course in Yale history. Laurie shares her keys to happiness and offers insight on what connections should be our most valuable! For more from Dr. Laurie Santos, check out her podcast The Happiness Lab. Twitter: https://twitter.com/tokenCEO Instagram: https://instagram.com/tokenceo Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/i11of6spoadvzjckn120xkt7c?si=dazbi76aTBqwIJL0wGbIwAYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members...2020-09-2447 min
Mom BrainThe Secret To Happiness with Yale's Dr. Laurie SantosAfter witnessing depression take hold of her students at Yale, Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University, Dr. Laurie Santos decided to do something about it. What she did was launch the most popular class in Yale's 300 year history. Laurie teaches the famous happiness course, Psychology and the Good Life and hosts the Happiness Lab Podcast. In 2007 she was featured in Popular Science's "Brilliant Ten" young scientists and the following year was awarded Yale's prestigious Stanton Prize.Dr. Santos talks to Hilaria and Daphne about her research pertaining to happiness and fulfillment in humans...2020-07-0152 min
The Well Woman Show205: Turning Anxiety into Happiness with Dr. Laurie SantosOn the Well Woman Show this week, I talk Laurie Santos, a Professor of Psychology and the Head of Silliman College at Yale University, as well as the host of the critically acclaimed podcast The Happiness Lab. After observing a disturbing level of unhappiness and anxiety among her students, she began teaching a course entitled "Psychology and the Good Life," which quickly became the most popular course in Yale's history and has also reached almost two million people from all over the world through an online version. Although she’s now best known as a "happiness expert,” Santos's research expl...2020-06-1029 min
The Well Woman Show205: Turning Anxiety into Happiness with Dr. Laurie SantosOn the Well Woman Show this week, I talk Laurie Santos, a Professor of Psychology and the Head of Silliman College at Yale University, as well as the host of the critically acclaimed podcast The Happiness Lab. After observing a disturbing level of unhappiness and anxiety among her students, she began teaching a course entitled "Psychology and the Good Life," which quickly became the most popular course in Yale's history and has also reached almost two million people from all over the world through an online version. Although she’s now best known as a "happiness expert,” Santos's research explores the...2020-06-1029 min
TatterEpisode 53: The Pursuit (w/ Laurie Santos)ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Psychologist Laurie Santos offered a course on well-being in 2018, and it became the most popular course ever offered at Yale University. Her online course also developed a strong following. Now she had a podcast called The Happiness Lab. I had a chance to talk with her about human happiness, and the ways in which our intuitions about what promotes happiness are often wrong. Our discussion includes a discussion of happiness in a time of a pandemic and of physical distancing, but also about happiness and race.
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The Dr. Hyman ShowThe Science Of Creating Happiness with Laurie SantosOver 40% of college students report feeling too depressed to function on a daily basis. Over 60% are overwhelmingly anxious. This was not always the case. COVID-19 aside, what is it about our modern times that is leading to stress instead of joy? One of my observations is that we’re meant to be human beings, not humans doing, yet we’re constantly just trying to get things done, to accumulate more possessions, to achieve power and success. But we can reframe our perspective of what matters and focus more on simply being—on sitting, listening, noticing—to improve our happiness and sati...2020-06-011h 03
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk366: Laurie Santos - The Science Of Well-Being (Psychology & The Good Life)The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk Text LEARNERS to 44222 Full show notes can be found at www.LearningLeader.com Episode #366: Laurie Santos - Laurie Santos is a cognitive scientist and Professor of Psychology at Yale University. She has been a featured TED speaker and has been listed in Popular Science as one of their "Brilliant Ten" young scientists in 2007 as well as in Time magazine as a "Leading Campus Celebrity" in 2013. In January 2018, her course titled Psychology and the Good Life became the most popular course in Yale's history, with approxi...2020-05-2541 min
Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardLaurie SantosDr. Laurie Santos is a cognitive scientist and Professor of Psychology at Yale University and host of The Happiness Lab podcast. Laurie chats with the armchair expert to discuss 5 ways to increase happiness during quarantine, the neuroscience behind deep breaths and why studying animals is better than studying humans. Dax connects Laurie's principals to the principals of AA and Laurie talks about the negative impact of academic grades. The two discuss the scientific effects of giving and the connection between anthropology and psychology.
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Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick HansonThe Science of Well-Being with Laurie SantosDr. Laurie Santos joins the podcast to share what the science says about how we can maintain our well-being during this difficult time.About our Guest: Laurie is a Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University. Her course “Psychology and the Good Life” is the most popular class in the university’s history. It’s now available for free online as “The Science of Well-Being." She’s also the director of the Comparative Cognition Laboratory at Yale, which explores the evolutionary origins of the human mindLaurie hosts the critically acclaimed podcast The...2020-05-1855 min
Getting Better with Jonathan Van NessHow Can We Stop Being Such Grumpy Nightmares? with Dr. Laurie SantosQueen, did you know that there was a literal doctor teaching a class on happiness at literally Yale?! Dr. Laurie Santos, a professor of psychology at Yale University and the host of The Happiness Lab podcast, gives Jonathan a redux version of her iconic Yale course about the science of happiness and shares tips for boosting our spirits even when we're not near the people and places that usually bring us joy. It's time to get in touch with our vagus nerves!
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Almost 30What Actually Makes Us Happy with Dr. Laurie SantosTHE INTERVIEWDr. Laurie Santos teaches a course at Yale called Psychology on the Good Life that was inspired by her experience with her college students and their depression. She took a microscope to happiness, breaking down the why and how so that she could create science-based, tactical strategies for staying happy. Dr. Santos makes it so easy to understand the value of what people usually see as “fluff.” We talk about how to honor those who are struggling (while still maintaining our own sovereignty and happiness), the importance of a wealth of time versus money, and how...2020-05-051h 02
Choiceology with Katy MilkmanCoping Amid the Crisis: With Guest Laurie SantosAn unprecedented global health crisis has overwhelmed healthcare systems, disrupted economies and financial markets, and radically altered our daily lives. And while social distancing is the responsible thing to do to slow the spread of disease, it also heightens the emotional challenges we face during these scary and uncertain times.In this special bonus episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look to the science of happiness to see how we might mitigate the adverse impacts to our mental health and well-being—and maybe even cultivate good new habits that can help us when the crisis is ov...2020-04-0639 min
Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan#42: Laurie Santos & The Happiness Lab: Exploring The Science Behind HappinessWe all want more happiness. But what if our brains lie to us about how to get there? Psychologist Dr. Laurie Santos, whose Yale course “Psychology and the Good Life,” is the most popular class ever offered in the history of the university, illuminates what science says about what makes us happy and also how to put effective happiness strategies into practice.But not everyone can enroll in Santos’ class at Yale or has the time to take the online equivalent on Coursera.In Season One of THE HAPPINESS LAB, Dr. Laurie Santos explores startling truths and ex...2020-02-181h 20
OPP with Corey CambridgeThe Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie SantosOur special guest this episode is Yale University Psychology professor Dr. Laurie Santos, host of the amazing podcast ‘The Happiness Lab’. Based on the psychology course she teaches at Yale, Laurie will take you through the latest scientific research and share some surprising and inspiring stories that will change the way you think about happiness.On this interview I get to vibe with Dr. Santos about her love for 90s hip hop, we chat about her happiest memories from childhood, she explains why she started her course at Yale ‘Psychology and The Good Life’, we get her podca...2019-12-0232 min
To Live & Dialogue in LALaurie Santos — Creator/Host of megahit podcast, The Happiness Lab. Yale ProfessorDr. Laurie Santos joins Aaron in the studio for a fascinating conversation about happiness research, and how it pertains to the creative life. Laurie is a professor of psychology and cognitive science here at Yale. She’s also the Creator/Host of the #1 trending podcast in the nation right now, The Happiness Lab. https://www.happinesslab.fm/ Laurie’s show … Continue reading Laurie Santos — Creator/Host of megahit podcast, The Happiness Lab. Yale Professor →2019-10-2400 min
Michael Covel's Trend FollowingEp. 807: Laurie Santos Interview with Michael Covel on Trend Following RadioYou might think you know what it takes to lead a happier life… more money, a better job, or Instagram-worthy vacations. You’re dead wrong. Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos has studied the science of happiness and found that many of us do the exact opposite of what will truly make our lives better. Based on the psychology course she teaches at Yale–the most popular class in the university’s 300-year history–Laurie takes Michael through the latest scientific research and shares some surprising and inspiring stories that will change the way we all think about happiness. Bio: Lau...2019-10-1800 min
On Purpose with Jay ShettyLaurie Santos: ON Teaching The Most Popular Class at Yale UniversityOn this episode of On Purpose, I sat down with Laurie Santos. Laurie is most known for her Yale course “Psychology and the Good Life”. We discussed how our minds are sucky, and lie to us constantly. Laurie reminds us that external accolades will never bring long-term happiness, and that strong social connections are what we should be aiming for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2019-10-0751 min