In this episode, you’ll discover new studies on how meaning and purpose can combat financial stress, why we should analyze our past failures, why focusing too much on “I” is a sign of negativity, the importance of “socratic questioning” to challenge our beliefs, how meditation improves sex, and how taking art classes is good for your mental health.
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- Income satisfaction is less predictive of life satisfaction in individuals who believe their lives have meaning or purpose
- Analyzing past failures may boost future performance by reducing stress
- Frequent ‘I-Talk’ may signal proneness to emotional distress
- When you should do the opposite of what you feel
- Study is first to confirm the value of “Socratic questioning”
- Women who meditate also tend to have a better sex life
- Meditate regularly for an improved attention span in old age
- Art courses can improve well-being
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