Science-Based Tools for Increasing Happiness | Huberman Lab Podcast #98

[@Businessology.]

The fact that we can listen to this level of expertise on some of the most important things in life, and can 'piggyback' off Dr. Huberman's decades of research and compounded knowledge is such a blessing.

[@Leme994]

Definitely!!

[@mipacem]

ong

[@MMyL7]

Best formulation !

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

Fr! Here hear! ✊🔥

[@HandsomePuggg]

Hube daddy keeping us informed

[@scottpine9786]

I rescued a dog a few months ago and he has become a major source of joy and happiness in my life, i couldn’t be any happier 😄 As they say, he’s in fact rescuing me.

[@ericdraven3654]

I have had dogs since I was 16 (now 41). I cannot imagine my life without them.

[@sufiblade]

Finally, after fixing my sleep, exercise, diet, light exposure thanks to this man, I can now learn to be happy :D

[@rabbychan]

🤣

[@rambo-rb]

Add music too :)

[@nanuqcz]

Ok, so for the tips / tools provided in the video: 1:13:45 - Change your environment (home, work) in the way you like it. - Listen to the music you like. 1:24:50 - Give away any part (doesn't matter if very small) of your extra money or your effort in the way you believe is meaningfull to the others. 1:31:55 - Focus on what you are doing - even if it is not pleasent. Do not go away in your mind. (! My note: The study you are refering to was NOT blind study with any kind of control group. So you can NOT know if forcing people to focus on their activities will really make them happier. For that you NEED study with some kind of blind control group. !) - For the purpose of focusing on your activities you can practise mindfulness meditaion. 1:39:40, 1:41:28, 1:46:33 - Interact with friendly people at the morning (or at least first half of the day). Ideally while seeing their faces. 1:54:00 - Touch other people, dogs or cats or/and let them touch you - Non-sexually. (If they like it of course.) 2:03:00 - If you make any decision, think of it as a final decision. Do not think of alternatives later. ------ SO ALL THE "TOOLS" IN THE NUTSHELL - Environment you like. - Music you like. - Volunteering you feel meaningfull. - Focus on what you are doing ...(or: do what makes you focus on the activity??? We aren't sure because the study lacks control group.) - Friendly people (at the beginning of your day). - Touching with other living beeings. - Make your decisions as if it was permanent.

[@nanuqcz]

@Andrew Huberman So many science studies and we still know so little about happiness. There are people who are happier even in worse conditions than others who are in better conditions. THE QUESTION IS: How to "rewire" our brain to automatically pick up more of the "happiness" stimulus around us? How to teach our brain to be more positively focused? This would lead to more happiness.

[@auadisassyrian3721]

Thanks

[@manuhari7407]

Bro i cant understand that part ( focus on what you are doing) Can you explain it simply because English is little bit difficult for me

[@nanuqcz]

@@manuhari7407 It means "When you are doing something (for example cleaning), focus on the cleaning. Don't think about other stuff like 'what will I have for dinner?' etc."

[@manuhari7407]

@@nanuqcz now i understand brother

[@nancykowalczyk2070]

Around 37 minutes, I’m really impressed how he explains the “money can’t buy happiness” , but it can relieve stress…..a very good nuanced and true aspect, that I haven’t heard others discuss .

[@mpolla4839]

I’ve always liked how Kanye put it “Having moneys not everything, not having it.. is”

[@michaelandersen5821]

I believe there was even a “earning maximum” for the roof where money becomes redundant (dont remember the exact amount, but about 1,5-2,2 of avg salary in a country)

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

Yeah, I'm rehearing this podcast, and I'm at the money part seconds before seeing your comment.

[@andrewnguyen5556]

I'm on a self improvement journey and listening to 1 one these per day has helped me learn so much about myself/life that school and my parents never taught me. I'm so blessed to have this accessible knowledge 🙏 🤲 ❤️

[@adamgoudreau7069]

Same here

[@dudax1237]

😅8yy55😊

[@ashleywallace8455]

Oddly enough I listen to your podcast while working. Im a custodian and it makes me feel like im being doubly productive. Learning and earning! Thank you.

[@hubermanlab]

Thank you Ashley!

[@dukebozikowski3801]

@@hubermanlab Hey andrew could you do a podcast on the left aic pattern?

[@ma30k45]

@@dukebozikowski3801 that's really interesting right? Have you made improvements with pri?

[@EddieArvelo]

LOL. I am also a custodian that listens during work.

[@kellyrodgers4961]

Ahahaha! I do the same.

[@commandershepard4471]

I found that I increased my happiness by just being more active and getting more sun in my daily routine. Kettlebell routines, tennis, loving my family, appreciation of the small things like the local rivers. Depression comes but I say to myself that it’s necessary to determine the difference between the good and bad times. Everything can’t always be roses. Love how this content is available to everyone on KZbin.

[@whalingwithishmael7751]

Kettebells are awesome 👏🏼

[@k8eekatt]

There is interesting research on gut health affecting depression. L reuteri in sour kraut is one that may help optimize seretonin.

[@liammoloney7097]

Keep going mate - love your perspective!!

[@PhoebeTarzan80]

Kudos to Doctors Gilbert and Huberman for clarifying the study regarding the relative happiness of lottery winners and paraplegics. I have zero experience in winning large sums of money, but I do have the unfortunate experience of having been paraplegic for the past 17 years, and can attest to the wide array of negative impacts it has had on my physical and mental well being. I think, like anything, one’s personal experiences are going to play a large role in their level of happiness. For instance, I was already suffering from major depression when I was injured, and received poor health care afterward, which has lifelong implications. All I can say is that we should always strive to be kind and not judge others, for we have not walked in their shoes (or pushed their wheelchair). We’re all brothers and sisters and we’re in this together. Our physical and mental well being are dependent upon one another, and I wish you the best this life has to offer. Peace ❤

[@HB-xw6im]

I feel happier living in Europe because I don’t need to work as much to get a good standard of living. I am much more happy, yet I earn less in number and have plenty of opportunities to enjoy life without a car, without a huge house … just more connected to nature and the community. This episode really talked to my heard and made me feel good about my decisions ❤

[@joy3472]

Yes!!! I was so much happier living in Spain than I am here in the US. But at least the advice here can help us all feel happier than our baseline.

[@reggiepalmer6157]

​@@joy3472 Why if I may ask did you come back to the USA Then?

[@reggiepalmer6157]

What part of Europe?

[@joy3472]

@@reggiepalmer6157 my student visa ran out. Family obligations kept me from seeking residence beyond that

[@luiscruz5556]

"Our ability to attend and focus really equates to happiness" Interesting to hear this as a closing anecdote for this podcast, which I thoroughly enjoyed. I spent a few years going down a meditation rabbit hole and I think it completely changed who I am in ways I can't put in to words. My actual behavior and entire personality shifted in a very significant way. And often, while sitting on my meditation cushion, the thought or feeling of having absolutely nothing, of being nothing, of owning nothing, of being stripped of every thing, brought me the ultimate comfort, while during my daily life most of my anxieties probably relate to some form of these ideas being realized (losing possessions, not being important, etc). Highly recommend a regular meditation practice to any and every one.

[@tgoosby84]

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs -when basic needs are not met like food, housing, and water it makes it hard to attain the other things to increase the state of happiness. I think why a lot of Americans experience stress, anxiety, and depression is because meeting basic needs are harder at this time. I am a Therapist in California and really enjoy your videos to increase my overall understanding of the brain and body. I have actually started fasting and changing my sugar/processed food/dairy intake to almost zero with increased water which has really helped me. Thank you.

[@zoecoote3746]

exactly Re Maslows hierarchy of needs. My nursing professor used a model of Meslows hierarchy with sex included. She said it was the “ latest one “Teaching that without sex you could not reach self actualisation. I felt that this didn’t take into account children, a lot of religions and well a lot of people to be honest. An obvious one is the monks. still part of their teaching.

[@megangable97]

I’ve just discovered this podcast recently and have already watched about 5 episodes. I’m just amazed that I, a regular 37 year old girl that’s always worked at the grocery store, can listen and learn such profound information. I can use it to tweak my life and carry more knowledge of important topics. Thank you for letting us into this enchanting world of academia.

[@BaseballPlayer0]

we should date

[@megangable97]

@@BaseballPlayer0 hahahahha whatttttttttty boy

[@BaseballPlayer0]

@@megangable97 So is that a yes

[@megangable97]

@@BaseballPlayer0 I mean. You have Kik?

[@BaseballPlayer0]

@@megangable97 No, but I'll get it if you want me to

[@miniraissa]

Would you consider making an episode on “pain”? The neuroscience of it, what is known so far. I appreciate your work, is a blessing, really, having someone willing to do this the way you do it. You are respectful, clear, truthful , inspiring. Thank you for the content!

[@memastarful]

I find happiness being around other happy people like children. When someone smiles or laughs it gets me to smile and laugh too. Spread kindness and positivity.

[@arthurallenbrown1305]

I’m not done with the podcast but does Dr. Huberman mention laughter?

[@memastarful]

@@arthurallenbrown1305 definitely

[@effiahalhumbhra3755]

[11/17/22: Joy is humanities natural state of beingness.!]

[@laurenlillo1951]

Andrew I just want to say that I am so impressed by your presence here on KZbin. You are delivering unbiased (yet vulnerable), free (yet accurate) scientific information to the average consumer in a way that is so incredibly impactful! You are a very accomplished individual, and yet you take the time to give back to society in such a genuine way. I respect, admire, and am very much inspired by your character. Thank you for all of your work, it is very much appreciated.🙏

[@ExcellentHealth]

What you are providing for humanity is absolutely immense. Thank you for creating and publishing all of these fantastic videos for free.

[@greenlitlleman]

Can't agree more

[@alagunab]

After I listened (and pay attention) to your podcasts on meditation and sleeping, my life went significantly better. I’m sure with this it will be happier. Thank you so much for providing this invaluable information in this understandable way 🙏🏼.

[@PattyDalmau]

I learned that true happiness is in essence “don’t allow my present circumstances to define my happiness”. I’ve been rich and poor, a happy medium is better; just give me more travel💗 Thank you for bringing a sigh of relief; I’ve lost a lot of faith in psychiatrists after being treated as bipolar when I was HS autistic until two years ago, when tested 😮 I’m 69 years young. Five head meds at one time? I now experience absence seizures, I used to call them brain farts. Grateful I beat the odds. It’s not about me anymore, look at all the people misdiagnosed who didn’t have hypnotherapy as a last resort and didn’t make it… I learned that only 3-7% of adult HS autistic are properly diagnosed… where are the CAS (Certified Autism Specialist) Psychologists? Psychiatrists don’t like my myriad of questions; I need answers about my misdiagnosis, period. I got my brain back and I’m not going back 😎🇵🇪

[@zoecoote3746]

I respect A.H so much. The way he explains things with so many caveats must honestly be exhausting but he still does it. It shows his commitment to providing understanding to a huge range of people so that they they can apply this knowledge and benefit their lives. A true thinker rarely speaks in absolutes.

[@Akshay.Ramanathan]

Every Monday, I forget this is coming and open KZbin by force of habit. And the minute I see that a new episode is out, and that somehow the episode is EXACTLY what I need in life, I'm truly filled with gratitude. The Huberman Lab Podcast HAS to be amongst the top Science-based tools for increasing Happiness. THE Meta tool we all need and hopefully deserve. Thank you Huberman, for your indefatigable interest in Science. Can't wait to listen to this Yaaay.

[@MadAtGasCar]

I remember in the episode on dopamine something was said about controlling your dopamine intake and how if you do something very easy that releases a ton of dopamine everything after for a while will feel less enjoyable. I’ve taken the approach of moderating my dopamine now and I just feel great throughout the day, it doesn’t take a lot for me to be generally happy now which is awesome. Thanks again for the knowledge.

[@jenniferthibodeaux8565]

I’ve listened multiple times and see a parallel to “Tonglen”. At a time in my life of tragedies and loss (when it rains it pours) I researched the hell out of fixing myself. I live in an isolated area and am the sole caregiver to my son with severe disabilities. I studied so many greats (like viktor f) Then I found Tonglen and used it with my own pains and talked my son through his. He has no speech and very little ability to communicate, I don’t even know if he understands what I say but I speak to him as if he does. We started with his pain and exploring it… then knowing there are others all over the world feeling the same way. Then taking their pain and sending them peace. No, this is not the actual practice, this is my adaptation for us but it still works. I’m probably not explaining it well but if it makes sense I’d love to know if anyone else sees these parallels in very old practices and science. It is fascinating.

[@hungariancottageadventure77]

My happiness amd contentment has 100% increased since I stopped drinking alcohol and eating sugar, its like I've returned to my childhood in this respect, i find humor and wonder in everyday things, anxiety has vanished

[@hungariancottageadventure77]

@BIGFOOOOOT After 3 weeks max its fine, my sleep is now on another level..the pluses are too good i cant imagine ill ever go back to eating sugar...give it a go

[@hungariancottageadventure77]

@BIGFOOOOOT for me moderation is hell, imagine being a herion addict restricting your fix to once at the weekend, you'd be white knuckling climbing the walls..much better making the drug a non option

[@bellalosey3998]

That’s awesome. Congratulations and good for you

[@hungariancottageadventure77]

@@bellalosey3998 thank you so much ☺️

[@stevansanchez9239]

What do you eat ? I wanna try to quit sugar, alcohol, and phone addiction I think it'll make a huge difference

[@TheMentalLevel]

Also, something that doesn't get talked about often in the West when it comes to using meditation as a tool for focus and increasing happiness is the duration of your session: while a 5-15 minute session will often produce a lot of wonderful benefits, most experienced meditators can tell you that there is a progressive intensification of focus that occurs over a longer session (45-60 minutes). While shorter sessions are great if that's all you can manage, often people get underwhelming or inconsistent results from shorter meditations and so they give up, thinking that meditation is not for them. That's analogous to going to the gym and doing 2-3 sets, experiencing underwhelming results and then thinking the gym is not for you. Dr. Huberman rightly alluded to meditation as a form of focus training. The deeper results in fitness or meditation alike are usually on the other side of expanding your comfort zone; so for those interested, I definitely suggest doing a longer session once or twice a week, with your eyes open on a spot in front of you and sitting upright (as these adjustments will combat the frequent "I fall asleep when I meditate for more than a few minutes" effect many people experience), and noticing how you can cultivate what will often be a profoundly deeper state of focus and flow once you've given yourself more time to ease into it and progressively intensify your focus. Thank you, Dr. Huberman and his team for sharing these tools and wisdom!

[@0Iivetwist]

Currently doing a split session of external and internal meditation. External in the morning and internal before bed. 30 minutes each. Amazing for me so far... My alarm was silent for one session and I went 8 minutes over on one without even noticing. It got pretty deep!

[@TheMentalLevel]

@@0Iivetwist So awesome to hear! That sounds like a great balance! :)

[@sherrischafer5677]

“Making the decision to have a child - it is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.” Elizabeth Stone Nothing has made me happier than to be a mom but nothing has ever caused me so much stress. Loving someone as deeply as we love our children opens us up to a different level of vulnerability. That can affect how I would report my happiness level.

[@GenesisSpeaks]

I’ve lived a depressing life and all I want is to be a mother. I almost found it crazy to say, but being a mom will heal all my child trauma

[@MalikaIC]

Could it be because you fear to lose the source of your happiness?... Does depending on someone or something apart from your self can be a real power of inner happiness?!?

[@barbarafairbanks4578]

@@GenesisSpeaks I Agree with you Gen. We absolutely get to live our childhood again, through our kids. It could go either way, though...depending on one's mindset. The fact that you believe that having a child can help heal your childhood trauma- IMO, could very much 'go the right way' for you, and you'd make an awesome Mom.👍

[@Fusterclucked00]

Hi Andrew, I live in Portland, OR and there's currently a major shortage of available therapists here. Almost every licensed therapist in the state and their mothers are maxed out. As a result I've had zero therapeutic support for my issues with ADHD, depression, trauma, and dietary issues. I can't express how much your videos mean to me at this time. I love trying to understand what's going on in my head from a biological and chemical standpoint, and your no-bullshit way of presenting information is so helpful in allowing me to do that. Learning what is happening in my head and how that translates into behavioral patterns has honestly been far more helpful than most therapists I've seen in the past. Obviously I'm not substituting your videos in place of actual therapy, but for the time being you've been a great resource for comprehensive and efficient information. and I wanted to thank you for your effort in sharing your knowledge.

[@gardencali-arkansasstyle6995]

This podcast is a much needed resource

[@elijah22F]

We want the episode about anxiety. I think it would be useful for many people

[@rustymcrae7739]

Im really nervous amount what it might say

[@Koller2007]

There is already

[@FreshlyWILD]

Not all anxiety is bad it’s actually a defense mechanism for human survival

[@andrewquinn6634]

@@rustymcrae7739 lol. Me2

[@Orangebitingthing]

Yes YES great idea! I would watch the hell out of that!!!

[@susworld129]

Thank you, Dr. Huberman. You helped with my breathing when I had covid and smoking (a couple of months ago), I'm still working on that, and so many other things, all kinds of things. You are a pleasure to watch and to listen to and so incredibly insightful, compassionate and intelligent. We all appreciate the time and energy you apply to every podcast, you students will never forget you and neither will your viewers. Keep up the good work, we need people like you on this planet. Stay safe.

[@lalinera8279]

Love love love you. I am 5 mins in and you already make me feel validated. Other people's happiness videos just say do this do that. And I always end up feeling guilty. But you acknowledged that there are circumstances where social life, enough sunlight, etc might not be fulfilled. Like being a grad student or working night shift... Thank you for your public service. We appreciate you a lot. Much love to you ❤️

[@altonito777]

I really enjoyed nightshift being taken into consideration as I work at night

[@JeniferJohnChannel]

The entire part where Dr Huberman❤ talks about his love for dogs just has my heart🥹. Thank you so much for all the knowledge you so graciously pass on to all of us. Your podcasts are a blessing and like I tell all my friends and fam , HuberMan is my favourite superhero. Making the world a better place one podcast at a time. Thank you for all your work.

[@razzikatta]

Where is it?

[@lyric8529]

@@razzikatta I have found his podcasts on Spotify, but he could be other places as well?

[@RenayKeskin]

I loved that Huberman gives examples of income vs spending expectations from his own experience ❤

[@sincere91005]

I think it's the freedom that children and animals seem to have that makes others happy.

[@rnt45t1]

I remember the line from the last season of Mad Men. Don says "what is happiness? It's the moment before you need more happiness!" Any addict understands this perfectly.

[@gardencali-arkansasstyle6995]

So very insightful. Dr. Hollis spoke slowly, calm and we could tell he cares about people) Thank you. Yes, you too Andrew listened keenly, with awesome questions that most of us wonder about. Thank you kindly

[@marianstewart5844]

I am so grateful to have found your podcast through one of your interviews with Rich Roll. Thank you, Dr. Huberman, for the scope and thoroughness of your research and presentations. My eyes have been opened about several things. While I can't reset the past, I feel I can make more informed decisions about the future direction of my health.

[@sonals2021]

I have been running an award winning volunteer support group since Covid and genuinely enjoy helping people. When asked why I do what I do, I've always said that I do it because it needs doing and because it makes me happy. I was right.

[@lenas5613]

First mention of the pandemic in all the comments I've read. Has it not been a trauma for anyone else? Has it set anyone back..especially we who have spent it alone???

[@emilybarry9410]

Andrew, you have been invaluable tool to increasing my happiness, focus, productivity and my physical, mental, emotional health in general. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your education and dedication to science. While I love listening to you, I actually have made positive, impactful changes based on your teachings, and my life has improved immensely bc of this. Sending all my gratitude your way 🙏 💜 🤗

[@rodrigo3732]

How is this not taught in school? It is literally the most important thing ever.

[@mahmoudalsayed1138]

Dr Huberman, you are the absolute best source of knowledge in KZbin!

[@KristianGerard]

He very well might be !

[@troywhitfield5481]

Amazing ! Through the years you have educated and thus enabled me to get off of ADHD medication while also getting me off of Clonipin for insomnia by using a mixture of your advice/non medication treatments. A big huge THANK YOU

[@clifblake]

I will never be able to show my appreciation for all you do. Not only to share this life changing information, but to share it in a way I can apply it. Thank you!

[@lisalockett1234]

WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!!!! Dr. H, Thank you so very much for educating us all. I listen to you every single day on my way to work, while I am at work and while at home. I enjoy learning from you and your fabulous guest. I am so very grateful. What am amazing blessing your podcast/KZbin teachings have been. You are genuine and powerful in your teaching. Please continue your amazing gift of teaching and throughly educating us all.

[@silversaver82]

Andrew Huberman, you are the best. Please keep doing these types of podcasts. You're making the world a better place.

[@rachelkaplanRSS]

It's so great to be able to have great videos like this that discuss happiness in a logical way. Many people think that happiness is about luck but the neuroscience behind it offers us great insights into the ways that we can achieve happiness through helpful habits. Loving it!

[@mary.b.93]

The point about children is interesting. I could see myself being "happier" without a kid because it would be significantly less stress. But I still consider my child my greatest source of happiness because all the stress and the worry, it's worth it. It drives me to do better in life and it's helped me, personally, develop a lot in terms of being empathetic. But I am always concerned about whether or not people outside of my care are treating my child right, I'm worried about his future. And yes, it does inhibit my ability to do "whatever I want". Which is actually a good thing sometimes.

[@ricvanwinkle1665]

Another great podcast. I can’t get enough of your show this last year. It most definitely has helped me as much as my therapist. Don’t know if that’s a good thing 😂😂but thanks. 59 year old man learning to be a man as I never had a proper upbringing so your mentorship is appreciated. Peace ☮️

[@1patula]

I can normally tell a lot about the man based on how he talks about animals, I already had high opinions about Andrew but his affection towards dogs and love for aquariums made him one of my favourite humans! Great episode, actually made me happier;)

[@BiancaTait]

How sweet is this comment!

[@NN-fz4pd]

Nah, I need to know how he talks about women to actually know what he's like and whether I can have any respect for him.

[@gijoey5912]

Sharing all this great knowledge with millions of listeners is a real form of "Pro-Social Spending," so it must give Dr. Huberman a great deal of happiness and satisfaction. I sure hope it does.

[@emmanuelmahlis106]

Dear Professor Andrew Greetings From Australia- you have given me a huge amount of knowledge and I am very grateful. As a community pharmacist you have given me tools to communicate more effectively with patients. Useful advanced, easily applied Health information Improving quality of life, being proactive in life …… I want you to know I admire your powerful presence in our lives. I wish you the very best Emmanuel

[@annwrog]

This is incredibly valuable. I've never been totally and completely happy since I was a child. Even though I had a stable and secure home life. Family was loving and caring, but they had some psychological and mental health problems. A lot of learned helplessness. Feeling we were pitiful and less worthy than other people, because I grew up without a father. Never even saw or met him. My beloved mother (dearly feparted) divorced my father when I was a baby, never remarried and did not have a husband. In the 1950's and 60's that made you feel less than other people. Other kids felt sorry for you. And so you felt sorry for yourself; that you were not as good as they were, even though we weren't that terribly poor. Working middle class. My mother & grandmother loved and cared for me, but they cried a lot. And so I learned to do that too. We were all emotionally sensitive. Our feelings were easily hurt. I realize now that we victimized ourselves. [although other people in our southern town were good and kind to us. And we regularly attended a wonderful church.]. Then I was in a very abusive first marriage. Found the courage to get out of that with my two young little children after 10+ years! I am proud of myself for that. Then I met my beautiful second husband and life got a lot better. Although we had some hard, challenging times, we had 24 + good years together before he passed away 10 years ago. He was ill and in poor health the last few years of his life and I took care of him. I have been single for the last decade, which has made me really depressed. But I have a loving family, friends, and plenty of activities & interests,, but I would like to find a partner. Right now, I am working on making myself feel better and happier all the time, so this is extremely helpful. The receiving gratitude as well as giving it especially hit a home nerve with me!! It is so true that receiving and allowing people to give to you is as important as feeling/giving thanks and gratitude and doing for others. It has to be reciprocated and appreciated! It's a two-way street! Thank you for your podcasts, Dr Haberman! This is incredibly valuable. I've never been totally and completely happy since I was a child. Even though I had a stable and secure home life. Family was loving and caring, but they had some psychological and mental health problems. A lot of learned helplessness. Feeling we were pitiful and less worthy than other people, because I grew up without a father. Never even saw or met him. My beloved mother (dearly feparted) divorced my father when I was a baby, never remarried and did not have a husband. In the 1950's and 60's that made you feel less than other people. Other kids felt sorry for you. And so you felt sorry for yourself; that you were not as good as they were, even though we weren't that terribly poor. Working middle class. My mother & grandmother loved and cared for me, but they cried a lot. And so I learned to do that too. We were all emotionally sensitive. Our feelings were easily hurt. I realize now that we victimized ourselves. [although other people in our southern town were good and kind to us. And we regularly attended a wonderful church.]. Then I was in a very abusive first marriage. Found the courage to get out of that with my two young little children after 10+ years! I am proud of myself for that. Then I met my beautiful second husband and life got a lot better. Although we had some hard, challenging times, we had 24 + good years together before he passed away 10 years ago. He was ill and in poor health the last few years of his life and I took care of him. I have been single for the last decade, which has made me really depressed. But I have a loving family, friends, and plenty of activities & interests,, but I would like to find a partner. Right now, I am working on making myself feel better and happier all the time, so this is extremely helpful. Thank you for your podcasts, Dr Haberman!

[@Camarda9Francesco]

are you doiing better and has Andrew helped you? i thank yo for sharing your feelings and i hope you get out of depresssion. i am also in small depression and wonder if his podcasts are no bullshit and could help me.

[@annwrog]

@@Camarda9Francesco yes, thank you! It is a process; a work in progress. It has been a very eventful year with many dramatic changes for for me, my family and loved ones 🙏 Although I am still unattached, I have a friend with potential that I have known for a while.

[@layaksingh1238]

i'm about to literally cry, i really needed this, i am really not doing well.

[@jaycutlerfan71]

Hang in there and keep positive 😊

[@lg8159]

So sorry to hear. You are already doing something good by just listening to this podcast. Wish you well

[@layaksingh1238]

thank you @Brice Gideon and @L G really appreciate your words

[@Stickyickes]

Things will get better!

[@davidschumann2197]

This a general comment based on listening to Dr Huberman on several topics. I wish to express my gratitude for his invaluable contribution to individuals and mankind in general. The clarity of your communication on so many topics is exemplary. I will be a perennial listener. THANK YOU

[@jalepage]

Happiness is listening to a Huberman podcast!

[@Angela-ls2qi]

I agree

[@sincere91005]

Authenticity is what I like whether good or bad. Truth.

[@AntoChris100]

A podcast around caffinee could be a potential topic in the future since it is one of the highest consumed drugs in the world. I appreciate your podcast as it has helped me to grow significantly in the last few months and get my life on track to where I want it to be. I am very grateful 🙌

[@trishataylor2488]

The level of expertise and intelligence exuded by Dr Huberman keeps me coming back for more!

[@Alex-ke9wt]

An episode about mental toughness would be amazing !

[@alexfox2038]

If you need a episode about mental toughness checkout the episode with Dr. Alia Crum. - (Dr. Alia Crum: Science of Mindsets for Health & Performance | Huberman Lab Podcast #56). This one was definitely a rescue for me during my exam period last year.

[@IanConnel]

Consult David Goggins. Scientists are useless on the subject.

[@Alex-ke9wt]

@@IanConnel I know which advise I won't follow :)

[@MrDjhealth]

@@IanConnel have you read his books? which one do you like most?

[@daadaniel]

I'd like to suggest a topic: food intolerances/allergies (gluten, lactose, fructose), how they work, how to diagnose (elimination diets, clinical tests) and how to handle them By the way: I started to listen to your podcast three weeks ago from the beginning and I am learning so many valuable life skills. Light viewing in the morning for example does make a real difference in my (depression related) problems getting to sleep at night and not lying awake for hours. Thank you so much, Prof. Huberman!

[@fabiancacarin]

Dear Andrew, I want to thank you for your podcast since they are very interesting and that is why I am learning English at 42 years old (I am from to Ecuador). Everything to be able to receive all your valuable information

[@spurgendahl]

I'm not a native English speaker. A week ago I couldn't possibly think of myself watching a two and a half hour of science lecture in English, half an hour would be enough. Well, this was lecture nr 4 in this channel, watched from the beginning till the end, without losing focus or yawning. I'm impressed new subscriber. I really appreciate your lectures so far. Thanks!

[@raquelraquel8492]

Do you know how to get it translated in spanish.

[@choosetobehappynow1580]

I really appreciate Huberman's work, the problem I see with his advice around light during day/night cycle is that most people that are staying up very late are not up early in the day. I believe that if we are not willing to make changes for our health and well-being, that is something that needs to be explored at depth. There are no hacks with Self love and self care.

[@mcadams518]

I am currently ignoring my hunger. I have laid in bed all day. Decided to skip therapy without even calling them. I think i am a horrible human most of the time.

[@kakulkureshi9892]

I simply am grateful to Dr Huberman on how he unfolds so much wisdom along with his scientific research and guidance. Besides all other things i completely agree with our happiness linked to charity or the act of giving in any capacity. Its a huge dopamine booster for me to work hard to be in a giving position. Makes work a bit more meaningful. Sharing time, resources and ideas with people is key to a healthier society on the whole. I would like to request Dr Huberman for his Insights and tools on how to handle nerves, especially while speaking publicly. Also how to be improve presence of mind.

[@leohurley355]

Thank you Dr. Huberman! I listen to you while I workout and throughout the day, your content is golden! From a graduate student in Sydney.

[@marcishiro]

I listen to him while working out too!

[@tajindersingh9740]

I’m glad this guy is using science-based data from evidence and using specific examples .He’s not just saying something like “just change your mindset and you will be happy”.

[@ManoloMacchetta]

Hello I am a father of two, so I listened to when you spoke about happiness and parenthood. Kids create a lot of LOVE, but i think less individual happiness....

[@Indigobluehues333]

I love attending the school of Dr. Andrew Huberman! I learn so much and appreciate all the work you do to help all of us! I can’t help but think, if you didn’t fall madly in love with the lady you followed to college, where would you be!?? Incredibly grateful for you, your mind and sharing all your valuable knowledge. Thank you thank you thank you!!

[@marysiazukowska6330]

Mr Hubeman & all the others, invisible to us, who work on the podcast (and other stuff) - thank you for your effort and time!

[@believer2734]

Very informative and makes since about the presence & eye contact. Some days since I retired, I don’t see anyone all day except my husband telling me good bye in morning & usually him for lunch. Often, he is listening to news, etc. when he comes home & I’m cleaning up lunch so we’re missing out. I’ve noticed a sadness when I don’t get out and see others. I’m a people lover so I see the importance of it. Thanks Andrew!

[@jessikalove4788]

This is exactly what I needed on my day off❤️. I always find some practice in your videos that I can incorporate to help me on this journey we call life. Super thankful for you and your work, Dr. Huberman.

[@ruxandraelenamoldovan3468]

Some of this things architects and designers know them since forever. We work with light, texture, sound, rithm.

[@englishmaniac3405]

favourite day of the week thanks to andrew huberman. happy to be here.

[@danielhinton1267]

Dr. Huberman continues to open my mind, and reaffirm inklings that I have held with scientific fact. #98 and still going strong! Thank you Dr. Huberman!

[@memastarful]

Quote: " Sunshine all the time, creates a desert." --- African proverb 🏜It's good to have rainy days 🌧

[@ChileRelleno66]

I’m very thankful I found your podcast. You have been a blessing in my life. I’m a mother trying to find answers to help my kids deal with their ADHD and you have surpassed my expectations. I have and keep learning so much more about myself too. Thank you🙏🏽

[@AdmiralLando]

New Huberman Lab Podcast episodes on Monday mornings always increase my happiness! 😁

[@sincere91005]

Authenticity makes me happy. I hate faking anything. It drains me. Studying the meaning of life brings me joy.🤗

[@scott4587]

My 30s have been much happier then my 20s. In my 20s I was super insecure, cared about what everyone thought of me and I drank like a fish. I’m much more in control of my life in my 30a and I’ve figured out how to take care of myself to lower stress/anxiety.

[@Eddie-Spaghetti]

Glad to hear it pal I’m the same 👍👍👍

[@trst361]

How did you do it? What do you different now versus when you were in your 20s?

[@scott4587]

@@trst361 Put happiness first and took it really seriously, which led me to god, nutrition, proper exercise, more fulfilling career, finding new friends that weren’t toxic. I also stopped drinking and drugs with a lot of help that I continue to use today.

[@Eddie-Spaghetti]

@@trst361 without even knowing what Scott did when I replied above this is pretty much exactly what I did 👍 Also putting sleep as a top priority. Keeping hydrated with water. I didn’t necessarily get a more fulfilling career but I changed from a high stress job to a much lower stress job. I also took up running spend lots of time in the countryside and am always looking at looking generally what I can do to make my life better take out things that arnt making my life better and putting things in that does make it better 👍

[@altheajoefield3852]

I sure hope that all of us who are benefiting tremendously from your “lectures” so immensely -take the time to tell you how helpful you have been to me. You are so incredibly knowledgeable it’s a pleasure and 😢unfortunate that ‘I didn’t know then what I know now’ ❤😊

[@WriteUpBiz]

Your refreshing podcast Dr. Huberman on happiness reminded me of the film "The Pursuit of Happyness" which is based on a true story that took place in San Francisco. It's about a homeless father and his son (starring Will Smith and his real-life son Jaden Smith) dealing with their trying circumstances while remaining happy

[@lj32920]

I guess you have to kind of know or be experienced in Andrew Huberman podcasts to realize this, but it is clear that this topic is one that is very interesting to Dr. Huberman. His enthusiasm is perceptible and positive. His desire to communicate items surrounding this topic to others is clear and enjoyable, as is his usual interest in giving clear, honest, and useful information. I enjoyed this podcast very much and will look forward to more research in these topics. I will also try to incorporate the tips given to increase personal happiness into my life. I am 75, and want to be happy in my remaining years. I've had a good life, and want to continue that goodness even if my daily life is considerably reduced and different from my younger years. I also am consistently low on dopamine and sadly passed this physiology on to my children. But it's just a daily struggle I'm used to, and lots of people have lots of different daily struggles. Just part of being human. I am a recluse and get extremely lonely, so I am grateful to Dr. Huberman's suggestions on how to stay upbeat. Thanks, Dr. Huberman.

[@giovannibaldini5398]

I teach Psychology in Italy (high school) and I told all my pupils to subscribe to this wonderful channel. We watched many videos, we studied them and I would personally thank you for all the great work you did.

[@sulochanabhandarkarshenoy6422]

I am just bowled over by each and everyone of your talks. You do not use Slides, gimmicks or any marketing strategies. All the entire presentation is about is your passion and your ability to make this available for the lay person. Thank you so much for all you do and the passion you do it with!

[@addysaw]

He packs in literally more information in one video than a therapist over 5 years

[@Dumpsterfire952]

"People report being not as happy with children. Yet they are the greatest source of happiness." I think this goes back to the fact that you will sacrifice, and become the best person you need to be, rise to the occasion, and think outside yourself for a helpless joy/pain that you created. It's hard to always do that. It's hard to always be that person caring for another person. It's an incredible responsibility. So even with great responsibility and selflessness we can feel great joy in that. That which is outside of our own control and ego and watching a unique life grow. Even if they do give us great happiness, we as parents are perpetually under rested and weary. When we are rested, then we can appreciate the fruits of what we would give everything for.

[@percyvalle921]

Hey ! Sorry to interrupt again but your work is really motivating : I'm in the middle of a depression with a tendency to alcoholism and today my day has been productive so far and I haven't drunk a drop of liquor. Merci beaucoup!

[@sidvik1]

Thank you Dr.Huberman for this invaluable insight into the mind and body. Your podcast was recommended by a colleague and I could not be happier to have checked it out. In the mid stage of life that I am, some of the ideas and thoughts are exactly what I need to feel unstuck and reframe. I truly truly appreciate all the advice and mind hacks!

[@deeptijain2802]

Thank you Dr Andrew Huberman. I have one question what is intelligence? Why some people gets the things fast and other takes time to understand same concept? Is there any way to increase it ?

[@n7doxy]

Hello, in listening to this podcast you mentioned that a study showed that people who opted not to have children may be slightly happier than people who did. As a parent and grandparent I can perhaps shed some light on that, at least from my perspective and experience. Having children and then grandchildren is perpetual stress and anxiety that never ends. If you are a good parent that loves and adores you children you never stop worrying about them. You question yourself as to whether you raised them properly, you beat yourself up when you or they make mistakes or bad choices. You blame yourself for every bad choice, behavior, illness etc. So yes, I’d have to say that on some level childless people could tend to be happier but personally I wouldn’t be a whole person without my kids and grandkids. You just learn to take and accept things for what they are and grab the joy and happiness whenever they present themselves. JMO Cheers

[@kylouglass]

Listening to your podcast improves my happiness

[@rayoflightcanada]

how much we have to thank you , so much appreciation for everything you are doing , what an honourable scientist and American

[@doinamarina6616]

I am happy to see and listen to you. You are changing my life for the better. Thank you Andrew, I am so grateful for finding your podcast.

[@robertphillips1941]

I came here looking for advice on overcoming constant boredom. I've been working from home for the past (almost) 3 years, I definitely undervalued the daily social interactions that occurred in the office. Outside of typed messages in Slack, it's not uncommon to not speak to anyone for days. This discussion gives me some extra motivation to do something about it.

[@maltedextrin.]

Hearing you telling us how much you love dogs just makes the passing of castello so much more heartbraking… Thank you and your team!

[@adamnasser8707]

just brilliant !!! dr Andrew . you can""t imagine the impact you have. you are an enlightened humen being in the sence that you selfesly( selfleshness is a rare quality nowadays) dedicate your time to help other human beings, and you do it in a sublime way : dense and rich in detailes but just the right amount of details that is useful for a basic anderstanging of the subject . the clarity of ideas , the humility and the desire to learn from everybody, the ability to catch nuances and invite others to think and take their responsibilty ( supplementation and hormone modulation), I am amazed and believe me iam not easily .you make think of richard fynman . be blessed !

[@Yojimbo711]

Doctor you're a fucking GIFT to the world in this day and age!!! Can't thank you enough man.

[@fabsenbmx]

I just realized that the end of the podcast is like a gratitude practice for me because I really feel that u are indeed thankful for our interest in science and for everyone who listens to the end ❤

[@rezvaneh.faraji]

I already became a happier person over last two years with your podcast ❤

[@mikeg1877]

Key to happiness: follow all of Andrew Huberman's advice

[@kikkobaby]

Such a precious episode. I wish everyone happiness..and that we all get the help to find our own.