Untangle, The Podcast From Meditation Studio

Yale Psychology Professor Laurie Santos taught "Psychology and the Good Life" first in the spring 2018 in response to concerning levels of student depression, anxiety, and stress on campus. It became the most popular class in Yale's history. Next, Coursera offered the course online, calling it "The Science of Well Being" and, to date, over 400k people have taken the it. Laurie Santos has definitely hit a nerve. The good news is that we have a lot more control over our happiness levels than we think. Laurie talks about how to put the science of happiness and well-being to work in our own lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is happiness in the brain? Dr. Alex Korb is a neuroscientist, author, and coach. He teaches people how to use the power of neuroscience to take control of their well-being. We talk to him about the neural nature of happiness. Alex shares several practical tips so you can learn how to make choices and take action to bring more joy into your life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elisha Goldstein is a Clinical Psychologist, Co-founder of the Center for Mindful Living in LA, and best-selling author of five books, including "Uncovering Happiness: Overcoming Depression with Mindfulness and Self-Compassion." Elisha shares how to find happiness, meaning, and fulfillment in life--while also becoming more resilient overall. He dispels some of the myths about happiness and explains why it’s much, much more than just "feeling good." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcoming more happiness into your life is easier than you think. Happiness expert Tal Ben-Shahar walks us through 5 ways to cultivate happiness and explores the surprising habits that hold us back from finding joy. Learn to find balance in your use of technology and make time for real-life relationships. Listen and get happy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Denise Jacobs is the author of "Banish Your Inner Critic: Silence the Voice of Self-Doubt to Unleash Your Creativity and Do Your Best Work." She shares several ways you can turn down the negative voice in your head and quiet that inner bully--so you can do anything more effortlessly. Great insights if you've ever experienced self-doubt! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Kwik is a celebrity brain trainer who teaches tools and techniques to optimize your brain to learn and remember. Jim works with Elon Musk, Jim Carrey, and Richard Branson--among many others! He shares his brain-enhancing learning and memory techniques with Ariel Garten on today's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Harris is an ABC News Anchor and the author of "10% Happier" and his latest book, "Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics." He’s funny and honest, and shares how meditation has helped him handle conflict and everyday annoyances with those who matter most in his life. He discusses tools for learning meditation--especially for those who say they can’t sit still. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you want to feel free? In this episode of Untangle, breathwork expert Samantha Skelly shows us how to breathe and sit in discomfort to open our minds and bodies up to joy. Listen to learn simple breathing exercises that you can use to move past your anxious feelings and welcome bliss into your heart, mind, and body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave, creator of Bulletproof, talks about his newest book, "Game Changers: What Leaders, Innovators, and Mavericks Do to Win at Life." His insights on high performance hacks just might change your life. Dave shares how he lost over 100 pounds, upgraded his brain, learned to sleep more efficiently, and lowered his biological age in some pretty amazing ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Laughter yoga is the practice of making yourself laugh to get endorphins flowing in your body, elevate your mood, calm your mind--and have fun! Howard Moody, laughter yogi and author, will get you giggling and brighten your day in this fun episode about how to cultivate and spread joy through laughter. Come on--get happy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Coleman is a therapist, coach, author of 3 books, and an amazing mindfulness teacher and trainer. His newest book, "From Suffering to Peace: The True Promise of Mindfulness," gets to the heart of what mindfulness really is and defines it in pretty simple but powerful terms: “A depth of awareness that we bring to life...and the clarity that we need to meet the changing and challenging circumstances we all face, many of which are out of our control.” True wisdom from one of the top mindfulness teachers anywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder why depression, anxiety and suicide rates are so high? Katherine Sellery and Annalise Richmond have created a Mental Health Summit in Denver to shake up the mental health crisis we’re experiencing in this country. Hear how they’re bringing healthcare, business, political, and spiritual leaders together to tackle the most complicated issue of our time. Check out www.summit.americameditates.org for more information Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes the most amazing things can happen effortlessly, when you surrender to the moment and let it flow. That's the kind of music that Grammy-nominated instrumentalist Stu Fuchs plays on his ukulele--the kind of music you get lost and find peace in. Just listening can lighten up even the darkest parts of your soul. Stu leads an annual music and meditation retreat at the Omega Institute, honoring and applying the teaching of Thich Nhat Hanh to the ukulele. www.stufuchs.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ashley Turner is a psychotherapist, yoga, and meditation teacher. She discusses the gifts and challenges we encounter as we venture into the often complicated realm of relationships. She talks about letting go of judgement, seeing our partner with fresh eyes, finding a safe place for vulnerability, and, sometimes, learning to forgive and let go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Helen Fisher is a PhD Biological Anthropologist, a Senior Research Fellow at The Kinsey Institute, and Chief Scientific Advisor for Match.com. In this episode we go inside her head to learn about the neuroscience of sex, lust, affection, and love. Find out what's behind the passion, how to nurture it--and make it last! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank Ostaseski is the author of the book "The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully," co-founder of the Zen Hospice Project, a beloved Buddhist teacher, and founder of the Metta Institute. He’s also the leading voice in the end-of-life care movement. He shares comforting and inspiring truths on how we live and die and on what matters most. When we get to the end of our lives, he says, the two questions most often asked are: "Did I love well?" and "Am I loved?" His teachings show us that we can live with joy and sorrow, and live a rich life filled with love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn how being present, insightful, and empathetic helps you cultivate and integrate meaningful relationships. Dr. Dan Siegel calls it "mindsight"--by paying attention, you can grow your brain and expand your heart. Learn to be a more compassionate Dad or how to strengthen the bond with your own father, or anyone else. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ruth King is an International Insight Meditation teacher and the author of the book, "Mindful of Race: Transforming Racism from the Inside Out." She shares how we can use mindfulness tools to explore and shift our feelings and conditioning around race, and to create a culture where we can listen to and respect one another more effectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. James Fallon is a wonderful neuroscientist, emeritus professor--and has the neurological and genetic correlates of a psychopath. Go inside his mind to learn how he discovered his true nature, the role of nature vs nurture, and how, with a daily practice, he too learned to be a “good guy". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John P. Sullivan is a sport scientist, clinical sport psychologist and co-author of the book, "The Brain Always Wins: Improving your life through better brain management." John shares why the brain is so important to everything we do and how we can manage it to optimize our performance on and off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices