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English
United States
20 episodes
since March 5, 2022
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Sometimes, a boost in joy can come from the most surprising places. But, surprisingly enough, simply being surprised spurs a spike in happy emotions, too! Tune into this week’s episode to find out why researchers say that humans are naturally wired to feel good from an unexpected twist or pleasant …

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Ever felt paralyzed while making a decision, such as which car to buy or where to go on vacation, because you wanted to make the absolute best choice to guarantee that you’d be happy? Well, it turns out, this approach to decision-making has the opposite effect! Tune into this week’s episode to find…
Tend to beat yourself up over mistakes that you make when in front of other people, such as calling someone by the wrong name or pulling up the wrong slide in a work presentation? There’s an easy, study-backed fix that will help you forget about the goof and let it go so it doesn’t bring you down. …
Find that your work duties or home responsibilities are spilling over into what are supposed to be your “off” hours? Researchers say you’ll be happier in your personal life and when doing day-to-day work or home tasks when you cordon off a little time to just enjoy yourself—no work allowed. Tune in…
Love the mood boost you get when you’re enjoying something wonderful, such as delicious food or a great book? There’s a simple trick that makes what you’re enjoying even more mood-boosting: save some of it for later! Tune into this week’s episode to find out why researchers say this easy tactic is …
Getting an immediate lift in mood is as easy as taking a small risk. Tune into this week’s episode to find out the science behind risk-taking and why it’s so effective at lifting positivity right away. Then, find out my 7 suggestions for incorporating this easy tip into your life. Check out the boo…
Whether you need to reverse a sagging mood or want to intensify the joy that you’re currently feeling, you can give yourself a Happiness Upgrade by belting out a song. Listen to this week’s episode to find out why scientists say singing any favorite song spurs positivity quick. And find out my 7 su…
When you want a quick, easy boost in mood, gaze at beautiful art. Tune into this week’s episode to find out why admiring works of art are proven to perk you up. And find out my 7 suggestions for finding art all around you. Check out the book that inspired this podcast, THE HAPPINESS UPGRADE: ONE SM…
You’ve probably heard that having friends makes you happier. Well, research reveals that you’ll spur even more joy by belonging to social groups that align with your personal interests. Tune into this week’s episode to discover why researchers say social groups are so important to your happiness. P…
Giving yourself a Happiness Upgrade is as easy as reminding yourself of the values or traits you love about yourself, such as your compassion or sense of humor. Here’s why research shows this is so effective at boosting your mood instantly. Plus, use my 7 suggestions to incorporate positive self-ta…
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