Are We in a Crisis of Pessimism? Cynicism? What Does Being Optimistic Mean Anyway? (and here's how to give it a try). With Bill Burke, The Optimism Institute

Ruth King is an International Insight Meditation teacher and the author of the book, "Mindful of Race: Transforming Racism from the Inside Out." She shares how we can use mindfulness tools to explore and shift our feelings and conditioning around race, and to create a culture where we can listen to and respect one another more effectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3 Jun 201939min

Dr. James Fallon is a wonderful neuroscientist, emeritus professor--and has the neurological and genetic correlates of a psychopath. Go inside his mind to learn how he discovered his true nature, the role of nature vs nurture, and how, with a daily practice, he too learned to be a “good guy". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

27 Mai 201948min

John P. Sullivan is a sport scientist, clinical sport psychologist and co-author of the book, "The Brain Always Wins: Improving your life through better brain management." John shares why the brain is so important to everything we do and how we can manage it to optimize our performance on and off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20 Mai 201947min

Want to be free? The journey begins within. Diego Perez, aka "Yung Pueblo", talks about understanding your mind to set yourself free, find contentment, connection--and maybe even save the world! Get inside the head of this incredible poet, meditator, and speaker who inspires hundreds of thousands of people daily on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

14 Mai 201944min

Dr. Rick Hanson, psychologist and best-selling author, shares wisdom from his new book "Resilient: How to grow an unshakable core of calm, strength, and happiness." He shares how to use positive neuroplasticity to develop the 12 most essential inner strengths, or resources, needed to cope with the challenges we all face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

6 Mai 201941min

Kristen Noel is the founder of "Best Self Magazine" and believes that it's always possible to rescript our lives to be our 'best selves,' and to live more authentically and with more joy. She shares her own 'reinvention' journey and why "Best Self Magazine" was born out of the vision to inspire, empower, and connect us to one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

30 Apr 201936min

Dr. Jenny Taitz is a psychologist and author and has written several articles for the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, among others. In this interview, we talk about how to get unstuck, her New York Times article on turning regrets into self improvement, and we discussed her book, "How to Be Single and Happy: Science-Based Strategies for Keeping Your Sanity While Looking for a Soulmate." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

22 Apr 201933min

What is the secret to happiness? This is the question that launched tech mogul and neuroscientist Jeffery Martin into a decade-long research project, inspired a book, and formed the basis of a course that teaches you how to transition into a state of fundamental well-being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

15 Apr 201947min