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
Why Your Stress Is Killing You (And How to Fight Back) | EPS 008
Deep Thinking with Dr. Steven Stolz
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4 months ago
Why Your Stress Is Killing You (And How to Fight Back) | EPS 008
In this comprehensive exploration of stress science, Dr. Steven Stolz unravels the complex relationship between stress, performance, and wellbeing. Discover why not all stress is created equal, how your body's ancient survival systems operate in modern life, and evidence-based strategies to transform stress from enemy to ally. Drawing on groundbreaking research from Robert Sapolsky, Kelly McGonigal, and other leading stress researchers, this episode provides a sophisticated understanding of stress physiology and practical tools for building genuine resilience.
Perfect for: Professionals dealing with workplace pressure, anyone seeking science-backed stress management, and curious minds wanting to understand the fascinating biology of human stress response.
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
