Podcast Episode

How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection with Charles Duhigg

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In this episode, Charles Duhigg delves into how to unlock the secret language of connection through effective communication. His research uncovers how connection and communication are an important determining factor in one’s health, happiness, and success. With his expertise in communication and human behavior, Charles shares many valuable insights for individuals looking to strengthen their personal connections and relationships.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Master the art of deepening personal relationships for meaningful connections
  • Uncover the impact of childhood experiences on your communication style for better understanding
  • Enhance workplace communication skills for a more collaborative and productive environment
  • Understand the different types of conversations you are entering for the most effective communication
  • Learn effective strategies to ask deep questions that foster genuine connections

Charles Duhigg is the author of the New York Times bestsellers The Power of Habit and Smarter Faster Better. He is a staff writer at The New Yorker and was previously a reporterat the New York Times where he won a Pulitzer prize for explanatory reporting in 2013. He has appeared on This American Life, N.P.R., The Newshour with Jim Lehrer, and Frontline. His latest book is Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection.

Connect with Charles Duhigg: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

If you enjoyed this conversation with Charles Duhigg, check out these other episodes:

Oren Jay Sofer on Mindful Communication

How to Unlock the Power of Deeper Connections with David Brooks

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The Power of Mindfulness for Wellbeing with Ellen Langer

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In this episode, Ellen Langer brings her extensive research and wisdom to the power of mindfulness for well-bring. Her unique perspective offers a refreshing take on mindfulness as a way of being, not just a practice. With a focus on self-awareness and open-mindedness, her work emphasizes the transformative power of mindfulness in improving decision-making skills and overall well-being.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Discover the key differences between mindfulness and meditation, and how they can positively impact your daily life
  • Uncover the profound impact of mindfulness on chronic diseases and how it can transform your well-being
  • Explore the psychological effects of stress on health and learn strategies to cultivate a more mindful lifestyle
  • Learn how the mind-body unity can significantly influence your health outcomes and overall well-being
  • Gain practical strategies for improving mindfulness and well-being, empowering you to make more mindful decisions in your daily life

Ellen J. Langer is the author of eleven books, including the international bestseller
Mindfulness, which has been translated into fifteen languages, and Counterclockwise:
Mindful Health and the Power of Possibility. Most recently, she is the author of The
Mindful Body: Thinking Our Way to Chronic Health. She is the author of more than 200 research articles and her trailblazing experiments in social psychology have earned her inclusion in The New York Times Magazine’s “Year in Ideas” issue.

Connect with Ellen Langer: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

If you enjoyed this conversation with Ellen Langer, check out these other episodes:

How to Embrace Mindfulness on the Path to Personal Growth with Dan Harris

Mindfulness for Depression with Dr. Stuart Eisendrath

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A Journey to Self-Discovery and Sobriety with Matthew Quick

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In this episode, Matthew Quick shares his insights of his journey to self-discovery and sobriety. His experience in Jungian analysis provides a unique perspective for listeners. Matthew also offers his profound understanding of the role of the psyche in personal development, overcoming addiction, and navigating creative blocks.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Understand shame and its effect on interactions with others
  • Explore the concept of individuation and self-awareness
  • Balance intrinsic and extrinsic motivations in creative work
  • Understand unconscious motivations behind addictive behaviors and the need for comfort and security
  • Embrace the delicate balance between seeking external recognition and staying true to internal creative impulses

Matthew Quick is the New York Times bestselling author of The Silver Linings Playbook—which was made into an Oscar-winning film—and eight other novels, including We Are the Light, a #1 Indie Next Pick and a Book of the Month selection. His work has been translated into more than thirty languages, received a PEN/Hemingway Award Honorable Mention, was an LA Times Book Prize finalist, a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice, a #1 bestseller in Brazil, a Deutscher Jugendliteratur Preis 2016 (German Youth Literature Prize) nominee, and selected by Nancy Pearl as one of Summer’s Best Books for NPR. The Hollywood Reporter has named him one of Hollywood’s 25 Most Powerful Authors.

Connect with Matthew Quick: Website | There Will Be Mistakes Substack

If you enjoyed this conversation with Matthew Quick, check out these other episodes:

What We Can Learn From Our Bad Wolf with Matthew Quick

How to Embrace the Important Elements of Life with Nickolas Butler

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The Beauty and Power of Friendship with Will Schwalbe

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In this episode, Will Schwalbe shares some of his insights and experiences about forming deep friendships in adulthood. He discusses his latest book about an unlikely friendship that formed years ago and explores how their lasting connection is so powerful.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Understand the lasting impact and deep connection of friendships
  • Discover the power of finding shared values among the differences between friends
  • Embrace the challenges when conflict arises among friends
  • Grasp the healing power of vulnerability in strengthening relationships
  • Learn the immense value of giving and receiving support in friendships

Will Schwalbe is the author of The End of Your Life Book Club, which was a #1 Indie Next pick, an Entertainment Weekly Best Book of the Year, and spent nine weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. He has worked in digital media; in book publishing; and as a journalist, writing for various publications, including the New York Times and the South China Morning Post. He is also the author of Send (co-written with David Shipley) and Books for Living. His most recent book, We Should Not Be Friends: The Story of a Friendship.

Connect with Will Schwalbe: Website | Instagram

If you enjoyed this conversation with Will Schwalbe, check out these other episodes:

Interview with Will Schwalbe from 2018

Eric & Chris on Friendship

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How to Cope with Burnout with Emma Gannon

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In this episode, Emma Gannon offers a unique perspective on how to cope with burnout by embracing self-compassion. Her personal journey through burnout and the resulting year of introspection has equipped her with invaluable insights into prioritizing self-care and making meaningful life changes. With a focus on mental well-being and personal growth, Emma provides a refreshing and relatable voice in the realm of self-compassion strategies and burnout recovery.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Discover how mindfulness can transform your daily decisions a
  • Uncover the powerful impact of self-compassion for overall well-being.
  • Learn practical strategies for coping with burnout and reclaiming your energy and joy
  • Find out how to infuse your life with joy by exploring hobbies outside of work
  • Navigate the path to success and personal fulfillment with actionable insights

Emma Gannon is a Sunday Times bestselling and award-winning author. Her newsletter, The Hyphen, is the #5th most popular literature substack globally reaching 50k readers every week and one of the first newsletters in the UK to have thousands of paid subscribers. Alongside writing, she hosts creativity retreats in the UK and globally. Her latest book is A Year of Nothing.

Connect with Emma Gannon: Website | Instagram

If you enjoyed this conversation with Emma Gannon, check out these other episodes:

Community and Connection in an Online World with Emma Gannon

How to Overcome Parental and Workplace Burnout with Dr. Jacqueline Kerr

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How to Embrace Change for an Authentic Life with Najwa Zebian

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In this episode, Najwa Zebian shares her profound understanding of how to embrace change for an authentic life. Her personal journey, marked by overcoming challenges and transforming pain into wisdom, inspires listeners to navigate life’s transitions with self-trust and compassion.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Embrace change to unlock authenticity and personal growth
  • Overcome the fear of life transitions and thrive in uncertainty
  • Build self-trust and leadership skills for a fulfilling life
  • Navigate grief to find personal growth and inner strength
  • Learn strategies for personal resilience and successful adaptation

Najwa Zebian, is a Lebanese Canadian activist, author, speaker, and educator with a doctorate in educational leadership. Dr. Zebian began to write in an effort to connect with and heal her first students, a group of young refugees. She has written 4 books that guide readers to navigate hard emotions, including Welcome Home, and her latest book, The Only Constant: A Guide to Embracing Change and Leading an Authentic Life. Najwa delivered the TEDx talk “Finding Home Through Poetry.” and her work has been featured in The New York Times, Glamour, Elle Canada, HuffPost, and more.

Connect with Najwa Zebian: Website | Twitter 

If you enjoyed this conversation with Najwa Zebian, check out these other episodes:

How to Build a Home for Your Soul with Najwa Zebian (2021)

How to Embrace Challenges for Positive Change with Nikki Eisenhauer

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