The Science Of Happiness: Dr. Laurie Santos Shares Evidence-Based Tools For Genuine Joy, Why We Chase The Wrong Things & What Actually Creates Well-Being

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Dr. Laurie Santos is a renowned psychology professor at Yale University and creator of the most popular course in Yale's history: "Psychology and the Good Life."

This conversation explores why our intuitions about happiness are spectacularly wrong and the mental health crisis plaguing young people. We discuss how our brains mislead us about well-being, the power of negative visualization, and evidence-based "rewirements" to overcome our natural biases. 

Along the way, she shares the stark reality among elite students and practical strategies for authentic happiness.

Laurie brings science to humanity's quest for happiness. Essential for anyone seeking genuine well-being. Enjoy!


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Dr. Laurie Santos is a renowned psychology professor at Yale University and creator of the most popular course in Yale's history: "Psychology and the Good Life."

This conversation explores why our intuitions about happiness are spectacularly wrong and the mental health crisis plaguing young people. We discuss how our brains mislead us about well-being, the power of negative visualization, and evidence-based "rewirements" to overcome our natural biases. 

Along the way, she shares the stark reality among elite students and practical strategies for authentic happiness.

Laurie brings science to humanity's quest for happiness. Essential for anyone seeking genuine well-being. Enjoy!


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Watch on YouTube

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Lincoln Financial: Watch The Action Plan series and learn how Lincoln can help you make your pastimes last a lifetime 👉 lincolnfinancial.com/richroll                             

On: High-performance shoes & apparel crafted for comfort and style 👉 on.com/richroll

AG1: Get a FREE bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs 👉 drinkAG1.com/richroll         

Airbnb: Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much 👉 airbnb.com/host 

WHOOP: The all-new WHOOP 5.0 is here! Get your first month FREE 👉 join.whoop.com/Roll

Momentous: 35% OFF your first subscription👉 livemomentous.com/richroll   

Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉 richroll.com/sponsors

 

Find out more about Voicing Change Media at voicingchange.media and follow us @voicingchange


2025-06-30 146 min
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