Dexa/Krista Tippett

Published Nov 2, 2017

Ellen Langer — Science of Mindlessness and Mindfulness

Ellen Langer delves into the intersection of psychology and health, emphasizing the power of the placebo effect and mindfulness in transforming our perceptions and physical well-being. She redefines mindfulness as active noticing, offering insights into how language and mindset shifts can lead to profound personal and professional transformation.

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- What are some mind-body practices?
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- How can I shift my stress mindset?
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- What is stress?
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- How to practice mindfulness
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- Can you explain more mindfulness techniques?
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- What is said about the stress-enhancing mindset?
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- How should we view suffering, and how do we recognize the difference between the positive and negative aspects of it in our lives, as discussed in the podcast episode with Dr. Martha Beck?
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- Do mental challenges lead to lasting change?
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- Can you explain mindful awareness in more detail?
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- How can we build a better world?
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- Could you discuss the mind-body connection as discussed in the 2024 episode by Layne Norton?
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- Which episode of the podcast is about mindfulness?
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- I want to learn more about living a life of purpose and joy. How can I rediscover that?
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