The Happiness Lab

Why It Hurts to Hold a Grudge — and How to Let Go with Dr. Fred Luskin

<p>Forgiveness might sound simple, but it's hard to let go of the anger that comes with being deeply hurt. Grudges, bitterness, and frustration with life&rsquo;s unfairness can quietly build up …

Apr 06, 2026 · 38m

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Why You're Still Using Social Media (Even If You Want to Stop) with Dr. Cass Sunstein

<p>Why is social media so hard to quit? We waste hours scrolling, feel worse when we log off, and still find ourselves going back for more.</p> <p>Dr. Laurie sits down …

Mar 23, 2026 · 32m

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What is Social Media Doing to Kids? with Dr. Jean Twenge

<p>Over the past decade,<strong>&nbsp;</strong>rates<strong>&nbsp;</strong>of<strong>&nbsp;</strong>depression and loneliness have surged among young people. Many researchers point to one major change: the rise of smartphones and social media. But what does the data …

Mar 20, 2026 · 34m

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How to Stop Work From Taking Over Your Life

<p>Work doesn&rsquo;t end when the workday does. Even after we close our laptops, our minds keep replaying awkward meetings, looming deadlines, and unfinished to-do lists. Over time, that &ldquo;always on&rdquo; …

Mar 16, 2026 · 43m

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Inside the Love Lab with Drs. John & Julie Gottman (Part 1)

<p>In this classic episode, Dr. Laurie speaks with two of the world&rsquo;s most influential relationship scientists, Drs. John Gottman and Julie Schwartz Gottman.</p> <p>In their renowned <a href="https://www.gottman.com/professionals/love-lab/">&ldquo;Love Lab,&rdquo;</a> the …

Mar 02, 2026 · 47m

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Why Algorithms Can’t Predict Your Love Life with Dr. Paul Eastwick

<p>Modern dating can feel like a marketplace. We&rsquo;re told we all have a &ldquo;mate value,&rdquo; that some people are 9s and 10s, and that the laws of evolution determine who …

Feb 23, 2026 · 41m

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How to Find "The One": The Science of Dating with Tim Molnar

<p>Modern dating can feel exhausting. On one hand, there&rsquo;s the seemingly endless swiping that leads to dating app burnout; on the other, there&rsquo;s what can feel like the insurmountable challenge …

Feb 16, 2026 · 45m

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How to Feel Truly Loved (with Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky and Dr. Harry Reis)

<p>Most of us have people in our lives who love us &mdash; partners, friends, family &mdash; yet many of us still don&rsquo;t feel as loved as we want to. Why …

Feb 09, 2026 · 42m

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How to Design a More Meaningful Life (with Dave Evans and Bill Burnett)

<p>What does it mean to live a meaningful life? How do you find direction when you feel stuck or you&rsquo;re unsure about your purpose? Dave Evans and Bill Burnett, co-founders …

Feb 02, 2026 · 46m

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The Surprising Science of Creativity (with Dr. George Newman)

<p>We often think creativity comes from sudden flashes of genius within us. But what if ideas actually exist in the world around us &mdash; waiting to be discovered and shaped …

Jan 26, 2026 · 30m

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Why Chasing Success Can Leave You Feeling Stuck (with David Brooks)

<p>It&rsquo;s easy to fixate on the usual markers of success &mdash; your resume, your net worth, or how &ldquo;impressive&rdquo; you seem on paper. But how much do those things really …

Jan 19, 2026 · 36m

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How to Bounce Back from Life’s Curveballs (with Dr. Maya Shankar)

<p>Life has a way of upending even our best-laid plans. Breakups, job losses, scary health diagnoses &mdash; these unexpected changes can leave us feeling stuck and uncertain about what comes …

Jan 12, 2026 · 39m

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Stop Wasting Your Energy — Here’s What to Do Instead (with Dr. Diana Hill)

<p>A lot of us spend our energy on things that aren&rsquo;t worth it: projects, relationships, or goals that may feel important in the moment but ultimately leave us frustrated and …

Jan 05, 2026 · 46m

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Holiday Survival Guide II: Perfect Gifts and Fighting Fatigue (with Rainn Wilson)

<p>What stresses you out over the festive season? Happiness Lab listeners sent in their holiday woes so Dr Laurie and guest Rainn Wilson (The Office star and host of <a …

Dec 15, 2025 · 31m

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Holiday Survival Guide I: Ending Family Arguments (with Rainn Wilson)

<p>What stresses you out over the festive season? Happiness Lab listeners sent in their holiday woes so Dr Laurie and guest Rainn Wilson (The Office star and host of <a …

Dec 08, 2025 · 48m

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How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now

<p>According to the science, it really is better to give than receive. Donating a dollar; sharing a kind word or lending someone a hand changes lives, but can also hugely …

Dec 02, 2025 · 47m

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Why Being Grateful Makes Us Feel Great (A Thanksgiving Re-run)

<p>It's Thanksgiving - a good time to think about gratitude and being selfless. Concentrating on the things we have to be grateful for is a great way to boost your …

Nov 24, 2025 · 27m

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Reset Your Relationship with Stress (for National Stress Awareness Day)

<p>On National Stress Awareness Day we've pulled a popular episode from our archive.&nbsp;Stress can suck. Many of us drown in it - worrying about past events and fearing upcoming challenges. …

Nov 05, 2025 · 43m

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How Horror Movies and True Crime Can Make You Happier

<p>Halloween isn't just costumes and candy. It's also a time when we indulge our interest in the scary and macabre. But there's also a taboo about gory horror movies and …

Oct 27, 2025 · 44m

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Make Vulnerability Your Superpower (with NBA star Kevin Love)

<p>Not many elite athletes talk openly about mental health, but five-time NBA All-Star Kevin Love is changing that. After a very public panic attack on the basketball court he was …

Oct 20, 2025 · 37m

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