“Babies and young children are like the R&D division of the human species,” says psychologist Alison Gopnik. Her research explores the sophisticated intelligence-gathering and decision-making that babies are really doing when they … Read more
This brief excerpt of a talk by Viktor Frankl, a concentration camp survivor and author of the well known book “Man’s Search for Meaning”, highlights his approach to psychotherapy. He presupposes man’s innate goodness and idealism. Even when these attributes are not readily evident, says Frankl, starting with the premise that they exist helps propel patients to a more elevated state. It works, too, as a model for engaging others in daily … Read more
You are what you eat, from your head to your feet. Here are the best foods you can eat that is not only good for your health, but great for your … Read more
Dean and Deepak provide independent viewpoints on ways that everyone can be healthier and … Read more
The Story of Cosmetics examines the pervasive use of toxic chemicals in our everyday personal care products, from lipstick to baby shampoo. It reveals the implications for consumer and worker health and the environment, and outlines ways we can move the industry away from hazardous chemicals and towards safer … Read more
“Eat, Pray, Love” Author Elizabeth Gilbert muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses — and shares the radical idea that, instead of the rare person “being” a genius, all of us “have” a genius. It’s a funny, personal and surprisingly moving … Read more
Listen to Dennis Prager as he explains that happiness comes from focusing on the tiles you have, not the one that is … Read more
Dean Ornish talks about simple, low-tech and low-cost ways to take advantage of the body’s natural desire to heal itself.
Dean Ornish wants you to live longer, and have more fun while you’re at it. He’s one of the leading voices in the medical community promoting a balanced, holistic approach to health, and proving that it … Read more
Alain de Botton examines our ideas of success and failure — and questions the assumptions underlying these two judgments. Is success always earned? Is failure? He … Read more
Career analyst Dan Pink examines the puzzle of motivation, starting with a fact that social scientists know but most managers don’t: Traditional rewards aren’t always as effective as we think. Listen for illuminating stories – and maybe, a way … Read more
