Discover the incredible power of therapeutic laughter in this evidence-based deep dive into gelotology - the scientific study of laughter's healing effects. From Norman Cousins' groundbreaking "laughter prescription" to Patch Adams' revolutionary medical approach, learn how humor literally rewires your brain for better health.
What You'll Learn:
The neurochemical cascade: How laughter triggers endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin
Research-backed strategies to increase daily laughter and improve mental health
Why families that laugh together create happier, more resilient children
Patch Adams methodology: Using humor as medicine in healthcare settings
The smile-to-laughter pipeline: Start small when you're feeling down
Gallows humor: When dark comedy becomes a healthy coping mechanism
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Discover the incredible power of therapeutic laughter in this evidence-based deep dive into gelotology - the scientific study of laughter's healing effects. From Norman Cousins' groundbreaking "laughter prescription" to Patch Adams' revolutionary medical approach, learn how humor literally rewires your brain for better health.
What You'll Learn:
The neurochemical cascade: How laughter triggers endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin
Research-backed strategies to increase daily laughter and improve mental health
Why families that laugh together create happier, more resilient children
Patch Adams methodology: Using humor as medicine in healthcare settings
The smile-to-laughter pipeline: Start small when you're feeling down
Gallows humor: When dark comedy becomes a healthy coping mechanism
The Original Biohack: A Love Letter to Walking and Human Transformation EPS 013
Deep Thinking with Dr. Steven Stolz
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The Original Biohack: A Love Letter to Walking and Human Transformation EPS 013
In this profound exploration of movement and meaning, Dr. Steven Stolz reveals why walking isn't just exercise—it's humanity's original biohack for unlocking creativity, processing emotions, and living the good life.
Drawing from Stanford neuroscience research, historical accounts, and personal transformation, this episode bridges ancient wisdom with modern science. Learn why Aristotle taught while walking, how Steve Jobs revolutionized meetings on foot, and what Art Garfunkel discovered during his walks across three continents.
Deep Thinking with Dr. Steven Stolz
Discover the incredible power of therapeutic laughter in this evidence-based deep dive into gelotology - the scientific study of laughter's healing effects. From Norman Cousins' groundbreaking "laughter prescription" to Patch Adams' revolutionary medical approach, learn how humor literally rewires your brain for better health.
What You'll Learn:
The neurochemical cascade: How laughter triggers endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin
Research-backed strategies to increase daily laughter and improve mental health
Why families that laugh together create happier, more resilient children
Patch Adams methodology: Using humor as medicine in healthcare settings
The smile-to-laughter pipeline: Start small when you're feeling down
Gallows humor: When dark comedy becomes a healthy coping mechanism
