Category Archives: Science
Ron Gutman: The hidden power of smiling
Ron Gutman walks us through a tour of some amazing research on smiling, the benefits of which include longer lifespan, more happiness, and higher intelligence. One study showed that one smile can generate the same level of brain stimulation as 2000 bars of chocolate!
Social Intelligence
Bestselling author of the groundbreaking book “Social Intelligence” Daniel Goleman speaks about the scientific and sociological implications of our interactions and relationships with others. New findings in neuroscience tell us that “Our brains are mainly designed to connect to the brains of other people.”
Neuroplasticity of the Brain by Norman Doidge
Anger management problems can be overcome. This three video presentation on the changeability of the brain shows how it is possible.
Science of Meditation and Happiness
This ten minute clip presents some of the research on meditation and neuroplasticity, pointing the way to greater possibilities for happiness.
Nancy Etcoff on the Surprising Science of Happiness
Surprising insights on happiness from the cognitive sciences.
Jill Bolte Taylor’s stroke of insight
Jill Bolte Taylor is a brain researcher and describes her profound experience of having a stroke.
Neuroscience of Emotions
Dr. Philippe Golden, professor at Stanford University Psychology Department gives us a comprehensive and practical tour of the neuroscience of emotions.
Cognitive Neuroscience of Mindfulness Meditation
This is a talk on how mindfulness meditation and mindfulness based stress reduction are used in clinical settings.
