Essentials: The Science of Gratitude & How to Build a Gratitude Practice

In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore the science of
gratitude and how to develop an effective, research-supported
gratitude practice. I explain why common gratitude practices (like
simply listing things you're grateful for) are far less impactful
than engaging in story-based gratitude practices. I also explain
how being grateful activates specific brain regions, which enhance
calm, social connection and motivation, while reducing anxiety and
inflammation. Finally, I share why we can't simply trick our brains
into feeling grateful and describe a practical weekly gratitude
practice that will improve both your mental and physical
well-being. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank
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https://fromourplace.com/huberman Timestamps (0:00) Gratitude
(0:30) Gratitude Practice Benefits (3:22) Pro-Social vs Defensive
Behaviors, Gratitude (6:25) Sponsor: Eight Sleep (8:07) Serotonin,
Brain & Context, Gratitude Mindset (14:02) Context, Can You Lie
to Yourself? (14:48) Effective Gratitude Practice, Tools: Receiving
Gratitude, Story (21:18) Sponsor: AGZ by AG1 (22:47) Tool: Find
& Revisit Inspirational Stories (27:30) Heartfelt Intention,
Genuine Thanks (29:42) Sponsor: Our Place (31:03) Gratitude
Practice Benefits for Anxiety, Fear & Motivation (33:29)
Gratitude Practice Benefits for Immune System (36:02) Recap:
Establishing an Effective Gratitude Practice Disclaimer &
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