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Podcast

Uprooting Resistance to Change: A Memory Reconsolidation Demo with Glenn Livingston, PhD: PYP 583

Do we have to fight against our bad habits forever? Or is it possible to uproot resistance to change in a few short minutes?

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Fake It ‘Til You Make It?: How Action Can Trigger Transformation: Matt Nagler on PYP 582

To change our behaviors, we can try to change our thinking. But today’s guest shares a faster, more reliable way to become a different, better version of ourselves.

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An Autobiography of Trauma and Healing: Peter Levine, PhD, on PYP 581

Peter Levine, creator of Somatic Experiencing, talks about his own life journey of severe trauma, healing, and discovery. His conclusion: “Given the right tools, trauma won’t rule.”

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How to Prepare for a Journey of Transformation: Jacquelyn Lane and Scott Osman on PYP 580

Coaching can be a transformative experience in people’s lives. Here’s how to get the most out of your coach.

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The Joy of Cooking as an Earth Citizen: Lois Ellen Frank, PhD on PYP 579

Until we fix our broken food system and broken web of human relationships, no one can be truly healthy. Today’s guest shares an ancient and extremely timely perspective on how we can get there. Plus recipes!

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Diversity & Inclusion: Wokeness Run Amok or Simply Good Business?: Sally Helgesen on PYP 578

Are initiatives to diversify the workplace helping or hurting organizations? Does diversity help or undermine excellence?

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How to Make Healthy Vegan Bread: Ed and Natasha Tatton on PYP 577

In a Wonderbread world, what would happen if we returned to the old ways? Today’s guests share the joys and meaning of slow, mindful, healthy sourdough baking.

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The Sneak Attack that Makes Cravings Irresistible – and How to Resist Anyway: Glenn Livingston, PhD on PYP 576

Why do cravings return with a vengeance just when we think we’ve got them beat? And can the answer help us defeat our cravings for good?

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Why Rational People Believe Irrational Things: Dan Ariely on PYP 575

Why do smart, well-educated people fall for insane conspiracy theories? And once caught in their web, can we make them see reason?

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Can Economic Theory Help You Have a Good Life? Matthew Nagler on PYP 574

Understanding fundamental concepts in economics turns out to be darn useful in crafting a fulfilling life. Today’s guest explains why and how.

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