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MindFull of GOOD |
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Dr. Rick Hanson's Occasional Collection of Good, Free Stuff |
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NEW ON THE BEING WELL PODCAST: |
How to Get On the Same Team: Relationship Conflicts Mailbag |
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"It's always helpful to go back and forth between the subjective and the objective, the inner and the outer, to go back and forth from really feeling and opening to and exploring, okay, what's it like for you on the inside?"
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Dr. Rick and Forrest answer questions focused on navigating common relationship conflicts, focusing on situations where people need to find a middle path between different needs. The discussion covers balancing sensitivity with directness, bridging differences in emotional processing speeds, setting healthy boundaries without anger, and understanding how childhood patterns influence adult relationships. Throughout, they explore how couples can move from seeing issues as “me problems” to “we problems,” emphasizing the importance of being on the same team and strengthening connection. |
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NEW FROM THE WEDNESDAY TALK/MEDITATION: |
Stress Relief through Mindful Breathing |
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Stress can take over our bodies and minds, leaving us exhausted, reactive, and disconnected from ourselves and others. But there is a way to find steadiness, even in the middle of life’s chaos.
So this week I thought I’d share a meditation on Mindfulness of Breathing for relieving stress. Through the simple act of breathing, we can calm down our nervous system – which gives us a foundation to build lasting inner strength, peace, and resilience.
In my talk, I also share how to stay present while your mind is racing, how to use the breath to calm your nervous system, and how to apply ancient practices to modern-day stress. |
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HAVE YOU READ IT YET? |
Buddha's Brain: 15th Anniversary Edition |
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With more than 500,000 copies in print since it was first published, I'm proud to announce the 15th Anniversary edition of my book Buddha's Brain, which features this new preface.
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ALSO NEW ON THE BEING WELL PODCAST: |
Linking: The Secret to Rewiring Painful Memories |
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Forrest and Dr. Rick explore one of his most powerful psychological tools: linking. Over time, linking can help us rewire the brain, softening the impact of painful memories. They discuss the neuroscience behind this process, the role of memory reconsolidation, and the importance of matching positive experiences to our original pains. Rick shares personal examples, practical tips, and a few important cautions so you can apply this technique safely. This is a grounded, hands-on episode focused on one of his most high-impact ideas.
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NEW ON YOUTUBE: |
Rick's Reactions to the Netflix show Adolescence |
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Netflix has a new show called Adolescence — which is powerful and difficult all at the same time, and touches on the many forces that can shape young people today. Rick recorded his thoughts and reflections while watching the show, and you can check out videos for Episodes One, Two, and Three.
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ASK RICK: |
Does the brain develop primarily due to the influence of relationships? |
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While the social dimension to life is profoundly important, it is just one of several major influences on the developing brain, especially past the first birthday. For example, the brain is incredibly shaped by a young child’s interior sensations, their engagement with sensorimotor experiences, and by their interior reflections (largely nonverbal) about their world and their self. |
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FREE FROM OUR FRIENDS: |
Attachment, Trauma, and Toxic Relationships Online Conference |
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Did you know that toxic, stressful relationships can significantly contribute to anxiety, depression, fatigue, isolation, weakened immunity, chronic pain, and even disease?
If you're ready to begin healing the relationships in your life to experience a dramatic improvement in your physical, mental, and emotional health, check out the 2025 Attachment, Trauma & Toxic Relationships Super Conference, happening from April 28th - May 4th,
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RICK'S PICK: |
Michael Heizer's Desert "City" |
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Photo Credit: NY Times |
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MindFull of Good is a free newsletter that highlights new and free content from Dr. Rick Hanson and the Being Well Podcast as well as other free offerings to fill yourself up with good. |
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