Author: Rick Hanson

How can we aim high, achieve our goals, and get what we want out of life without falling prey to unhealthy striving and excessive perfectionism? Dr. Diana Hill joins Dr. Rick and Forrest Hanson to explore the costs of perfectionism, productivity anxiety, psychological flexibility, calming...

It is important to feel good as often as possible, at least several times a day. Stop the urgency of the day and let quiet fill the air, let thoughts slow down. There is presence in this moment, and no worries about the future....

We all want a relationship that's more than just functional, we want one that's truly fulfilling. On today's episode we're joined by therapist and author Elizabeth Earnshaw. They explore how the pandemic impacted our relationships, the Gottman approach, the stages of a relationship, balancing differing...

We continue our exploration of the key inner strengths and psychological skills we truly feel like we couldn’t live without. This week we talk about joy, seeing the mind's deceits, keeping your good humor, the wild spirit, and finding meaning....

Forgiveness frees you from the tangles of anger and retribution. Appreciate the value of forgiveness. Ask yourself: what does my grievance, my resentment, cost me? Cost others I care about? What would it be like to lay those burdens down?...