# happier (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 7 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover happier. Page: Feed: --- ## [Celebration & Recognition at Work](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/howtobehappy/episodes/Celebration--Recognition-at-Work-e3k7fc3) _2026-08-18 · BU Happiness College · How To Be Happy_ Are you running an organisation or managing a team that is constantly hitting milestones, only to immediately sprint toward the next KPI without a single moment of pause? In today’s high-pressure corporate world, we have institutionalised an endless treadmill of "more"—and it is driving our best talent straight into burnout and resignation. In this episode of How to Be Happy (at Work) , host… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b46ee4/podcast/play/120879939/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-2%2F425340299-44100-2-910acd186615f.m4a) ## [Success Secret: Finding People Who Disagree With You](https://drarthurbrooks.substack.com/p/success-secret-finding-people-who-7d9) _2026-08-17 · Arthur Brooks · Arthur Brooks_ Most of us prefer spending time with people who are like us. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211543903/e7bbef2b9c6f64d500763ebac586d62a.mp3) ## [Bonus: Take Control of your Inner Propaganda](https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast) _2026-08-17 · Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance_ In this bonus episode, Aoife shares the key takeaways from her insightful conversation with Owen Fitzpatrick, breaking down what beliefs are, how they're formed, and most importantly, the specific actions you can take today to start reshaping the beliefs that hold you back. What you’ll take away: What a belief actually is (hint: it's not a fact) and why the certainty behind our beliefs can… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ba795ebc-c83c-4e7c-a3c9-7bff257b0800.mp3) ## [The Life-Changing Power of a Sabbatical](https://omny.fm/shows/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/the-life-changing-power-of-a-sabbatical) _2026-08-17 · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos_ It's hard to focus on wellbeing when we're expected to work nonstop until retirement. Taking a break from time to time should be a given, not a privilege. Dr. Laurie works in one of the few industries that recognizes the importance of extended time off. As she begins her own year-long sabbatical from Yale, we're revisiting her conversation with DJ DiDonna, author of Big Time Off , about what can… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/e76c46/podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/tracking.swap.fm/track/SxlTEPDY7xDg35RXkASs/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/96c5c41e-0bc8-4661-b184-ae32006cd726/b7c0058c-d25d-4ba5-936b-b4a6013ff981/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d623ef0b-3fee-4c26-b815-ae32006cd739) ## [316: Mastering Your Inner Narrative with Owen Fitzpatrick](https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast) _2026-08-14 · Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance_ How do your beliefs shape your identity and your success at work? In this thought-provoking episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife O'Brien is joined by author and psychologist Owen Fitzpatrick for a deep dive into the hidden power of beliefs in both personal and organisational contexts. Centered around Owen’s new book, ‘ Inner Propaganda: Leading Hearts and Minds Through Turbulent Times’,… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/35916943-acdb-4f5c-9fb8-4c4f00517588.mp3) ## [Why Your Environment Affects Your Mood](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/howtobehappy/episodes/Why-Your-Environment-Affects-Your-Mood-e3k1u1d) _2026-08-11 · BU Happiness College · How To Be Happy_ Have you ever walked through your front door after a long day, looked at the mess, and felt instantly overwhelmed? You are not alone. Our homes have become overcrowded warehouses for our stress . In this episode of How to Be Happy , happiness researcher Declan Edwards explains how your living space secretly rules your mood . We look at the fascinating science of "Environmental Wellbeing" . You… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b46ee4/podcast/play/120698349/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-29%2F425098890-44100-2-0b07fdab8097a.m4a) ## [The Power of Beliefs with Shawn Achor](https://actionforhappiness.podbean.com/e/how-beliefs-shape-our-lives-sean-achor-on-the-power-within/) _2026-08-11 · Action for Happiness_ Shawn Achor explores how conscious and unconscious beliefs shape experience, health and success, showing that our mindset can alter outcomes - from healing to happiness. This episode offers practical practices (memory re-encoding, the ‘‘disaster elevator,’’ qualifiers and warrants) to shift beliefs, build connection, and reclaim agency in a changing world. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/x3d79tggnpx5x7yz/shawn_achor7vz7n-zz4b9h-Optimized.mp3) ## [One Year of Office Hours: Lessons on Love and Friendship](https://drarthurbrooks.substack.com/p/one-year-of-office-hours-lessons-a95) _2026-08-10 · Arthur Brooks · Arthur Brooks_ In this special one-year anniversary episode of Office Hours, I'm joined by six young adults to discuss the modern crisis of meaning and why so many people feel disconnected despite having more ways to connect than ever. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210586281/61a336e28ef77cde6c544ef8eaf92d08.mp3) ## [LQ: Why Do Capable People Doubt Themselves?](https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast) _2026-08-10 · Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance_ If you've ever thought, "I'm not good enough," despite having the skills, experience and evidence to prove otherwise, you're not alone. In this listener question episode, host Aoife O'Brien explores why capable people often experience self-doubt and why confidence isn't always an accurate reflection of capability. Drawing on insights from her latest Imposter Syndrome Report, she discusses how our… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3a72e18f-f77f-4d5b-8275-854c704ad5ee.mp3) ## [You're Actually Not Bothering People Enough](https://omny.fm/shows/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/youre-actually-not-bothering-people-enough) _2026-08-10 · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos_ Most of us hate asking for favors. We worry about being a burden, coming across as needy, or facing rejection for asking too much. But what if our fear of bothering people is stopping us, and the people around us, from becoming happier? Dr. Laurie explores why our instincts about asking for help are usually wrong. She speaks with psychologist Nicholas Epley about why asking others for help can… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/e76c46/podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/tracking.swap.fm/track/SxlTEPDY7xDg35RXkASs/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/96c5c41e-0bc8-4661-b184-ae32006cd726/86ae9ca0-ce93-45ef-b927-b49800eb3103/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d623ef0b-3fee-4c26-b815-ae32006cd739) ## [Know before it drops (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ghX4Yt8wKO37) _2026-08-10 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a show, artist, genre or rocket and get notified before release ## [315: Imposter Syndrome: Why Confidence ≠ Capability](https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast) _2026-08-07 · Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance_ Have you ever wondered how imposter syndrome could be quietly costing your organisation top talent and innovative ideas? In this solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife O'Brien dives deep into the data behind her State of Imposter Syndrome at Work report, revealing how imposter syndrome isn’t just an individual’s challenge, it’s a pressing organisational issue. She shares her own… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/953f2ff6-c351-48f6-bd4e-b3041c811a2f.mp3) ## [Why You Should Let People Help You More](https://drarthurbrooks.substack.com/p/why-you-should-let-people-help-you-9aa) _2026-08-03 · Arthur Brooks · Arthur Brooks_ We usually think generosity means helping other people. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/209615022/e1ee7097a5dc0f1e5a7f6c97f34b9b58.mp3) ## [Bonus: Empowering People Through Purpose](https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast) _2026-08-03 · Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance_ In this bonus episode, Aoife revisits her conversation with John Bernatovicz and offers her expert insight on purpose, HR culture, ownership, and finding meaning at work. If you haven't listened to the full episode with John yet, make sure to give it a listen. Here are some of the key takeaways: Most companies don't actually have a defined purpose John's research found that outside of… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8496c8e6-0cb2-47a6-858e-d3b80fc70e05.mp3) ## [Why Being Alone Might Be Better Than You Think](https://omny.fm/shows/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/why-being-alone-might-be-better-than-you-think) _2026-08-03 · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos_ In recent years, we've heard a lot of unsettling news about the loneliness epidemic and the dangers of social isolation. But could all this talk about loneliness paradoxically be making the problem... worse? Dr. Laurie unpacks what we get wrong about loneliness. Along the way, she speaks with historian Fay Bound-Alberti about why loneliness, as we think of it today, is a surprisingly modern… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/e76c46/podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/tracking.swap.fm/track/SxlTEPDY7xDg35RXkASs/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/96c5c41e-0bc8-4661-b184-ae32006cd726/1db8f036-0b3f-4fb7-8df1-b49800f2b23b/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d623ef0b-3fee-4c26-b815-ae32006cd739) ## [314: HR Like a Boss with John Bernatovicz](https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast) _2026-07-31 · Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance_ What does it truly mean to be purpose-driven at work, and how can HR play a pivotal role in transforming workplace culture? In this episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife sits down with John Bernadovich, author of “HR Like a Boss” and founder of Willory. John shares his journey from math-loving HR professional to published author and business owner, delving into his passion for creating… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/37f23f31-1a9a-4589-a1be-1dba6343e7fb.mp3) ## [LQ: Why Is My Team Performing So Differently?](https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast) _2026-07-29 · Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance_ Why do some people on your team seem to thrive while others struggle, even though they're all working for the same manager? It's a question many leaders ask themselves. The instinct is often to assume they're doing something wrong or that they need to become a "better" manager. In this episode, host Aoife O'Brien explores why the answer isn't usually about becoming a different leader, it's about… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0935948f-f469-4e33-b7a1-a49af1a98f51.mp3) ## [How Annelise McCarthy Became Her Happiest Self](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/howtobehappy/episodes/How-Annelise-McCarthy-Became-Her-Happiest-Self-e3l3knl) _2026-07-28 · BU Happiness College · How To Be Happy_ Have you ever ticked every single box of success—earned the degrees, smashed your goals, and worked yourself to the bone—only to realise you’ve completely forgotten how to relax? It is incredibly easy to fall into a cycle of perfectionism, chronic people-pleasing, and hustle culture, running your health straight into the ground just to prove your worth. In this episode of How to Be Happy , I’m… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b46ee4/podcast/play/121802933/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-21%2F426573590-44100-2-ff20425c1539b.m4a) ## [The Power of Sunlight: Protocols for Better Mood, Sleep & Happiness](https://drarthurbrooks.substack.com/p/the-power-of-sunlight-protocols-for-3a9) _2026-07-27 · Arthur Brooks · Arthur Brooks_ It's easy to assume that we'd be happier if we lived somewhere with more sunshine. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/208670729/c52a789b130fb3c7ea5eae108a7c9b7f.mp3) ## [Resilient Wellbeing - with Dr. Rick Hanson](https://actionforhappiness.podbean.com/e/resilient-well%e2%80%91being-cultivating-calm-strength-and-compassion-with-dr-rick-hansen/) _2026-07-27 · Action for Happiness_ In this episode Mark Williamson speaks with Dr. Rick Hanson about building resilient wellbeing through mindfulness, compassion, and positive neuroplasticity. They explore short centering practices, how to befriend yourself, and ways to respond to stress without getting stuck in the “red zone.” Rick also outlines real‑world actions and resources — including the Global Compassion Coalition — to help… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/qh76mt5xu2g8hg2i/rick_hanson84h4x-uffjus-Optimized.mp3) ## [Winning the Lottery Could Ruin Your Life](https://omny.fm/shows/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/winning-the-lottery-could-ruin-your-life) _2026-07-27 · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos_ What would it take to make you happier? A raise? A promotion? Getting into your dream school? Winning the lottery? It turns out that we're surprisingly bad at predicting how these events will actually make us feel. When they do make us happier, research shows that the highs won't last as long as we expect. The good news is that the lows won't last as long as we expect either. We're just as bad at… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/e76c46/podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/tracking.swap.fm/track/SxlTEPDY7xDg35RXkASs/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/96c5c41e-0bc8-4661-b184-ae32006cd726/512a5245-4cca-4e5c-9eaa-b49101058fcf/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d623ef0b-3fee-4c26-b815-ae32006cd739) ## [Recipe PDFs Ready Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/thPhVr5yn8jQ) _2026-07-27 · **Sponsored**_ Turn online or personal recipes into clean, printable PDFs in seconds. ## [313: Rethinking Perfectionism at Work](https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast) _2026-07-24 · Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance_ Is perfectionism really holding you back, or could it be your secret superpower? In this solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife O'Brien challenges the common belief that perfectionism is always a bad thing. Reflecting on her personal experiences as a "recovering perfectionist," she explores how a desire for perfection can actually add value, both professionally and personally when… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/57c20a09-e663-4db8-8fba-afe743e6c83d.mp3) ## [What 250 Million Data Points Reveal About Happiness at Work - Interview with Matt Phelan; co-founder of The Happiness Index](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/howtobehappy/episodes/What-250-Million-Data-Points-Reveal-About-Happiness-at-Work---Interview-with-Matt-Phelan-co-founder-of-The-Happiness-Index-e3lobk9) _2026-07-21 · BU Happiness College · How To Be Happy_ We spend a massive chunk of our waking hours at our jobs, yet millions of people drag themselves through the week feeling completely unseen, disconnected, and burnt out. As organizations, we pour millions of dollars into flashy HR software, task-tracking apps, and corporate wellness initiatives. But according to the raw data, most companies are aggressively over-investing in operational systems… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b46ee4/podcast/play/122481737/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-7%2F427483591-44100-2-b9a78542c1ae6.m4a) ## [How Lying Sabotages Your Happiness](https://drarthurbrooks.substack.com/p/how-lying-sabotages-your-happiness-f73) _2026-07-20 · Arthur Brooks · Arthur Brooks_ Most people don't start with huge lies. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/207762928/3bbf23318e0747761068b93770e24631.mp3) ## [Bonus: The AI Productivity Paradox](https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast) _2026-07-20 · Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance_ In this bonus episode, Aoife O'Brien breaks down the key insights from her conversation with Rebecca Hines about AI, productivity, and human judgment at work. If you haven't caught the full interview yet, this is your highlight reel, and a great reason to go back and listen to our chat. What we Cover The AI Productivity Paradox Why individual productivity gains from AI aren't translating into… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/170238ac-3f9e-4f32-b2d0-7e7b1b339a37.mp3) ## [Men Don’t Just Need Friends. They Need Bromance.](https://omny.fm/shows/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/men-don-t-just-need-friends-they-need-bromance) _2026-07-20 · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos_ Men today are spending less time with friends, and many have no close friendships at all. Research shows that this lack of social connection can lead to serious long-term consequences for men's mental and physical health. The answer isn't just more social interaction. Guys need something deeper: bromance. Dr. Laurie speaks with actor, director, and author Andrew McCarthy about his book, Who Needs… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/e76c46/podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/tracking.swap.fm/track/SxlTEPDY7xDg35RXkASs/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/96c5c41e-0bc8-4661-b184-ae32006cd726/8c7dfce2-f535-4cc6-a0b8-b48a013b4645/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d623ef0b-3fee-4c26-b815-ae32006cd739) ## [312: Maximising AI Productivity with Rebecca Hinds](https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast) _2026-07-17 · Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance_ Are you making the most out of AI at work, or is it leaving you overwhelmed? In this thought-provoking episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife O'Brien sits down with Rebecca Hinds, leader of the Work AI Institute at Glean, to explore the cutting edge of artificial intelligence in the workplace. Drawing from the latest findings in Glean’s AI Work Index Report, Rebecca unpacks the paradox… [Listen](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5d0d5ff3-3aad-4ae3-bdef-938593cf5fad.mp3) ## [Hygge: The Danish Secret to Wintering Well](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/howtobehappy/episodes/Hygge-The-Danish-Secret-to-Wintering-Well-e3k1tfe) _2026-07-14 · BU Happiness College · How To Be Happy_ How many times over the last few weeks have you looked out the window at a grey, freezing morning and felt your mood instantly take a nosedive? As human beings, we have a bad habit of becoming "weather hostages"—holding our happiness ransom until the sun graciously decides to return . We treat winter like an adversary to survive rather than a natural season to enjoy . In this solo episode of How… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b46ee4/podcast/play/120697774/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-29%2F425098076-44100-2-e17d22d7fa01e.m4a) ## [Use Music to Change Your Brain and Get Happier](https://drarthurbrooks.substack.com/p/use-music-to-change-your-brain-and-fa0) _2026-07-13 · Arthur Brooks · Arthur Brooks_ There's a reason music has mattered to people for thousands of years. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/207025743/01a14822144bf954ff7ae571b5b281a8.mp3) ## [Forget Small Talk: Go Deep Instead](https://omny.fm/shows/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/forget-small-talk-go-deep-instead) _2026-07-13 · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos_ Most of us default to small talk. It's polite, familiar, and feels like the safest way to start a conversation. But it may also be one of the biggest barriers to genuine connection. Dr. Laurie speaks with author and metal-health advocate Claire Eastham about her month-long experiment replacing small talk with deeper conversations while living with social anxiety. She also chats with psychologist… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/e76c46/podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/tracking.swap.fm/track/SxlTEPDY7xDg35RXkASs/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/96c5c41e-0bc8-4661-b184-ae32006cd726/bd4ebe67-d68d-4134-83ed-b4820123dc55/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d623ef0b-3fee-4c26-b815-ae32006cd739) ## [Special Episode: Inside How to Be Happy (Ami Rankin Interviews Declan Edwards About His New Book)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/howtobehappy/episodes/Special-Episode-Inside-How-to-Be-Happy-Ami-Rankin-Interviews-Declan-Edwards-About-His-New-Book-e3lobf8) _2026-07-07 · BU Happiness College · How To Be Happy_ If you opened up Google right now and typed in “how to be happy,” you would be hit with over eight billion different results . That is roughly one opinion for every single person alive on the planet today. In a world flooded with that much noise, it is completely normal to feel confused, overwhelmed, and stuck trying to figure out what actually works. In this special edition episode of How to Be… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b46ee4/podcast/play/122481576/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-7%2F427483332-44100-2-65ba3a0504dd6.m4a) ## [Code Faster with Clear Tutorials (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/yL8cIFj4FTjU) _2026-07-07 · **Sponsored**_ Short, step-by-step coding videos you can follow along ## [How to Stay in Love with Your Soul Mate, with Special Guest Ester Brooks](https://drarthurbrooks.substack.com/p/how-to-stay-in-love-with-your-soul-528) _2026-07-06 · Arthur Brooks · Arthur Brooks_ Thirty-five years ago, I somehow convinced an extraordinary woman to marry me. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/207025744/a13092a7e0a0b1ffb78f3de17efe995a.mp3) ## [What We Still Get Wrong About Happiness (Live at Dartmouth)](https://omny.fm/shows/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/what-we-still-get-wrong-about-happiness-live-at-dartmouth) _2026-07-06 · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos_ In this special live episode, Dr. Laurie takes the stage at Dartmouth College for a conversation with happiness historian Darrin McMahon . Together, they break down some of the biggest misconceptions about happiness in modern life, discuss the most effective (and often counterintuitive) ways to improve our wellbeing, and explore how smartphones, AI, and other new technologies may shape happiness… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/e76c46/podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/tracking.swap.fm/track/SxlTEPDY7xDg35RXkASs/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/96c5c41e-0bc8-4661-b184-ae32006cd726/1356d717-977c-49bc-9de9-b47e01391f6a/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d623ef0b-3fee-4c26-b815-ae32006cd739) ## [Movement is Life: How Rod & Jeni Cooper Blend Psychological & Personal Growth with Physical Fitness](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/howtobehappy/episodes/Movement-is-Life-How-Rod--Jeni-Cooper-Blend-Psychological--Personal-Growth-with-Physical-Fitness-e3km69d) _2026-06-30 · BU Happiness College · How To Be Happy_ Have you ever found yourself trapped in the frustrating "yo-yo" cycle of starting a strict new fitness routine, burning out after six weeks, and completely stagnating? We often look at physical health as a clinical chore; a prescribed block of time where we force ourselves to "exercise" to fix a lazy lifestyle. But what if true physical well-being isn't about isolated gym sessions, but about… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b46ee4/podcast/play/121362157/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-11%2F425984769-44100-2-860e6e2711d3d.m4a) ## [Why Success Never Feels Like Enough](https://drarthurbrooks.substack.com/p/why-success-never-feels-like-enough-b31) _2026-06-29 · Arthur Brooks · Arthur Brooks_ Do you find yourself chasing success, working long hours, doing far more than is required, and thinking about work all the time? [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/207025745/51a016913f8a39343093ade8ceb913cb.mp3) ## [Why the “Pursuit of Happiness” Is a Bad Idea](https://omny.fm/shows/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/why-the-pursuit-of-happiness-is-a-bad-idea) _2026-06-29 · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos_ The "pursuit of happiness" is one of America's founding ideals. But what if chasing happiness is actually making us feel worse? In honor of the 250th anniversary of American independence, Dr. Laurie travels to Independence Hall in Philadelphia to explore what Thomas Jefferson and the founders really meant by "the pursuit of happiness" - and how that idea has changed over time. She speaks with… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/e76c46/podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/tracking.swap.fm/track/SxlTEPDY7xDg35RXkASs/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/96c5c41e-0bc8-4661-b184-ae32006cd726/39cbdc28-9864-40ea-b5f4-b478000df773/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d623ef0b-3fee-4c26-b815-ae32006cd739) ## [Beyond the Paycheck: Why Top Talent Needs to Feel Valuable, Not Just Valued](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/howtobehappy/episodes/Beyond-the-Paycheck-Why-Top-Talent-Needs-to-Feel-Valuable--Not-Just-Valued-e3h8rkg) _2026-06-23 · BU Happiness College · How To Be Happy_ This episode of How to Be Happy: At Work explores the fourth of the 7 Cs of Workplace Happiness : Contribution . Declan Edwards dives into why "top talent" needs more than just a fair paycheck and recognition; they need to know that their work actually matters to another human being. Declan breaks down the "silent killer" of engagement: the rise of "BS Jobs", meaningless roles that leave employees… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b46ee4/podcast/play/117779536/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-1%2F421172778-44100-2-4f27b88ab5281.m4a) ## [How to Beat Burnout](https://drarthurbrooks.substack.com/p/how-to-beat-burnout-acd) _2026-06-22 · Arthur Brooks · Arthur Brooks_ If you feel emotionally exhausted, cynical about your work, or like you’re no longer enjoying parts of the job you used to, you may be experiencing burnout. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/207025746/41d00025bbb19b1414de9a4c38ee40c1.mp3) ## [Everyday Joy with Ingrid Fetell Lee](https://actionforhappiness.podbean.com/e/where-joy-hides-designing-happiness-into-everyday-life/) _2026-06-22 · Action for Happiness_ Designer and author Ingrid Fettel-Lee joins Mark to explore how our surroundings shape emotions and how small, repeatable moments of joy build resilience. Drawing on design, psychology and practical exercises, Ingrid guides listeners through "joy spotting," micro-rituals and simple environment changes—color, light, plants and shapes—that make daily life more uplifting. The episode offers… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/es4t7cshvetxwvj6/ingrid_fetell_leeb12xq-ffadzn-Optimized.mp3) ## [Why “No Regrets” Is Bad Advice](https://omny.fm/shows/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/why-no-regrets-is-bad-advice) _2026-06-22 · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos_ We've all had moments we wish we could do over: the relationship we stayed in too long, the opportunity we didn't take, the thing we said that we can't unsay. Regret can feel awful. So it's no surprise that "no regrets" has become a popular life motto. But what if regret isn't actually the enemy? In this episode from The Happiness Lab archives, Dr. Laurie explores the surprising science of regret… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/e76c46/podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/tracking.swap.fm/track/SxlTEPDY7xDg35RXkASs/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/96c5c41e-0bc8-4661-b184-ae32006cd726/e556f954-1364-44bd-8483-b471000b4568/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d623ef0b-3fee-4c26-b815-ae32006cd739) ## [Seasonal Self-Care: Why Your Routine Needs to Change with the Weather](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/howtobehappy/episodes/Seasonal-Self-Care-Why-Your-Routine-Needs-to-Change-with-the-Weather-e3h8r8h) _2026-06-16 · BU Happiness College · How To Be Happy_ This episode of How to Be Happy addresses a common frustration many of us face as the temperature drops and the days get shorter: the "winter slump." If you’ve been judging yourself for losing consistency with your morning walks or feeling a dip in your motivation, Declan Edwards is here to tell you that you aren’t lazy, you’re human. Declan explores the biological and psychological reasons why… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b46ee4/podcast/play/117779153/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-1%2F421172202-44100-2-2619a7648037d.m4a) ## [9 Rules for a Happier Vacation](https://drarthurbrooks.substack.com/p/9-rules-for-a-happier-vacation-e91) _2026-06-15 · Arthur Brooks · Arthur Brooks_ Many people come home from vacation feeling disappointed. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/207025747/97b07a143514eb7ba9400459246127e7.mp3) ## [Are Kids Today Really Worse Off?](https://omny.fm/shows/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/are-kids-today-really-worse-off) _2026-06-15 · The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos_ We hear a lot about rising rates of anxiety, depression, and fragility among kids today. But when Harvard researcher Alexis Redding uncovered a forgotten trove of interviews with college students from the 1970s, she found something surprising: their emotional struggles and developmental challenges sounded nearly identical to those of students today. Dr. Laurie also talks with psychologist Adam… [Listen](https://pdrl.fm/e76c46/podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/tracking.swap.fm/track/SxlTEPDY7xDg35RXkASs/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/96c5c41e-0bc8-4661-b184-ae32006cd726/8b8de557-a72e-4964-9807-b467011d4816/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d623ef0b-3fee-4c26-b815-ae32006cd739) ## [The $10 Trillion Wake-Up Call: Lessons from the 2026 Gallup State of the Global Workplace Report](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/howtobehappy/episodes/The-10-Trillion-Wake-Up-Call-Lessons-from-the-2026-Gallup-State-of-the-Global-Workplace-Report-e3j6fcr) _2026-06-09 · BU Happiness College · How To Be Happy_ In this second part of our deep dive into the state of the world's wellbeing, Declan Edwards and Ami Rankin shift their focus from the global happiness rankings to the frontline of our daily lives: the workplace. We spend a massive portion of our existence at work, yet the latest data from the Gallup 2026 State of the Global Workplace report reveals a cooling engine in the global economy. For the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/2b46ee4/podcast/play/119798619/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-11%2F423896818-44100-2-3a7bd91915861.m4a) ## [How To Find Meaning with Professor Michael Steger](https://actionforhappiness.podbean.com/e/reclaiming-meaning-finding-purpose-in-modern-chaos/) _2026-05-20 · Action for Happiness_ In this episode Mark Williamson speaks with Dr. Michael Steger, founder of the Center for Meaning and Purpose, about reclaiming meaning and purpose amid modern life’s chaos. They explore three pathways to meaning—significance (mattering), coherence (making sense of life), and purpose (motivated action)—and offer practical tips for cultivating each, including savoring, storytelling, community… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/n26rqbaneexcr4bp/How_To_Find_Meaning_with_Professor_Michael_Steger_6jhrj-iahdu6-Optimized.mp3) ## [Make Life Happier - with Dr Mark Williamson](https://actionforhappiness.podbean.com/e/make-life-happier-23-practical-experiments-to-feel-better/) _2026-04-21 · Action for Happiness_ Dr. Sian Williams interviews Dr. Mark Williamson, CEO of Action for Happiness, about his new book Make Life Happier: 23 Practical Ways to Feel Better, Find Meaning and Make a Difference. They explore practical happiness experiments - mindful breathing, self‑compassion, social fitness, listening skills, and realistic optimism - to discover what works for each person. The episode also covers how to… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8iav7gemrcim7v7f/Make_Life_Happier_-_with_Mark_Williamsona877q-ehvjib-Optimized.mp3) ## [How To Stop Overthinking with Dr. Jessamy Hibberd](https://actionforhappiness.podbean.com/e/break-the-overthinking-cycle-5-steps-to-regain-control/) _2026-03-24 · Action for Happiness_ Mark Williamson interviews Dr. Jessamy Hibberd, chartered clinical psychologist and author of The Overthinking Cure, about how overthinking can spiral into low mood and anxiety and why it often feels like control when it isn’t. Jessamy outlines a simple five-step approach: notice your overthinking, shift your mood (mindfulness, body-based strategies, distraction), challenge unhelpful thoughts,… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8pqpwuqszni4urhc/JH-de33pr-Optimized.mp3) ## [Calm in the Chaos:Finding Peace When Everything Feels Uncertain](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happier-life-today/episodes/Calm-in-the-ChaosFinding-Peace-When-Everything-Feels-Uncertain-e3for35) _2026-03-01 · Happier Life Today · Happier Life Today_ In this timely episode of Happier Life Today , we explore how to find calm and maintain emotional balance when the world feels overwhelming. Acknowledging the widespread feelings of anxiety and uncertainty, we share gentle, practical tools to ground yourself in the present—from intentional breathing and sensory awareness to creating daily “peace pockets.” This isn’t about avoiding hard emotions,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/ae98e0/podcast/play/116206117/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-1%2F419037068-44100-2-9515e196201ab.m4a) ## [How Relationships Shape Health & Happiness with Prof Bob Waldinger](https://actionforhappiness.podbean.com/e/the-good-life-how-relationships-shape-health-and-happiness/) _2026-02-11 · Action for Happiness_ In this episode Mark speaks with Professor Bob Waldinger, director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, about what 85 years of research reveal about happiness. They explore how close relationships, generosity, attention, and purpose strongly influence both emotional well‑being and physical health. Bob offers practical tips - reach out to someone you miss, practice “social fitness,” cultivate… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/5acp2qa52huuqzmp/Robert_Waldinger9bgle-i92tbs-Optimized.mp3) ## [The Bare Bone Basics for a Breakthrough New Year!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/happier-life-today/episodes/The-Bare-Bone-Basics-for-a-Breakthrough-New-Year-e3dqfkp) _2026-01-18 · Happier Life Today · Happier Life Today_ 2026 has arrived and I know that you are ready to make it your best year yet! We are going to dive in and talk about the top 7 steps we can all take to ensure that 2026 is our best year yet! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/ae98e0/podcast/play/114162777/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-0-18%2F416329828-44100-2-f361ba332b611.m4a) ## [How To Change with Prof. Katy Milkman](https://actionforhappiness.podbean.com/e/fresh-starts-that-stick-science-based-strategies-to-change-your-life/) _2026-01-07 · Action for Happiness_ In this episode Mark speaks with Katy Milkman of Wharton about how to use the "fresh start" effect and behavioural science to make real, lasting changes. They cover why change is hard and practical tactics to overcome impulsivity, procrastination, forgetfulness and low motivation. Key strategies include temptation bundling (pairing chores with treats), commitment devices and penalties, concrete… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/dru442uj8dhniy3i/KM-h26p4i-Optimized.mp3)