As we prepare for a day of thanks tomorrow, take a moment to listen to the wisdom of Dr. Sara...
Putting the “You” in Thank You, with Dr. Sara Algoe
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Interviews
How Stress Inhibits Gratitude, with Dr. Sara Algoe
Not only does stress reap a toll on our mental and physical health, it also impacts our emotions. For example, stress can limit our ability to experience gratitude. In this brief interview segment,...
Jump-Start Your Emotional State, with Barbara Fredrickson
When we feel good, we stand tall and walk with confidence. But it can it go the other way around? Can the way we move and stand impact the way we feel? In this brief interview segment, Megan...
Recognizing Great Relationships, with Dr. Sara Algoe
Not all relationships are good for us. If you're not sure how to tell which of your relationships are constructive and positive, your experience of gratitude might offer a clue. In this brief...
How a Happy Body Moves, with Barbara Fredrickson
Happiness is an emotion that creates changes not just in the mind but also in the body. In this interview segment, Megan McDonough, CEO of Wholebeing Institute, is joined by Barbara Fredrickson,...
Express Gratitude Out Loud, With Dr. Sara Algoe
Saying "Thank you" may sometimes feel like a rote reaction, with no real emotion behind it. But those two words can carry a lot of power. In this brief segment, Dr. Sara Algoe, Director of the...
Gratitude: The Other-Focused Emotion, with Sara Algoe
When someone does something nice for us, we want to do something nice back—and not just because we think we should. It's a natural flow of positivity and gratitude. In this brief interview segment,...
Emotions Are a Wholebeing Experience, with Barbara Fredrickson
It is not always easy to recognize authentic and genuine positive emotions in others. You may question whether a smile is genuine or feel like a laugh was forced. In this interview segment, Megan...
Expressing Gratitude Enhances Relationships, with Sara Algoe
Gratitude is a powerful emotion. It can improve our physical and mental health, and even help us live longer. And, along with improving our own well-being, it can also spread to those we love....