Why do I feel stuck? How can I become more creative? What can I do to improve my relationships? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, you’re not alone. On Hidden Brain, we help you understand your own mind — and the minds of the people around you. (We're routinely rated the #1 science podcast in the United States.) Hosted by veteran science journalist Shankar Vedantam.
This Hidden Brain podcast episode explores how to identify and pursue life goals aligned with one's deepest values. The interview with psychologist Ken Sheldon details how societal pressures and external rewards often lead to misaligned goals, resulting in unhappiness. Sheldon's research highlights the importance of ...
This Hidden Brain podcast episode interviews behavioral scientist Katy Milkman about overcoming self-sabotaging behaviors that prevent us from achieving our goals. The discussion covers common pitfalls like distraction, impulsivity, and laziness, illustrating these with personal anecdotes and examples from popular cul...
This podcast episode explores the relationship between time and well-being, with a focus on the importance of time tracking, prioritizing happiness, and the concept of time scarcity. The episode highlights the upside-down U-shaped relationship between free time and well-being, emphasizing the need for balance. It discu...
This Hidden Brain podcast episode explores the psychological reasons behind stubbornness and the reluctance to change one's mind, interviewing organizational psychologist Adam Grant. The discussion covers the "first instinct fallacy," the difference between task conflict (debating ideas) and relationship conflict (per...
This Hidden Brain podcast episode explores the phenomenon of "choking under pressure," using examples from sports, academics, and even presidential inaugurations. The interview with psychologist Sian Beilock details how pressure impacts working memory, causing even highly skilled individuals to underperform on simple ...
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