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Mind Over Matter: The Power of Mindfulness for Wellbeing with Ellen Langer
Mind Over Matter: The Power of Mindfulness for Wellbeing with Ellen Langer
Mind Over Matter: The Power of Mindfulness for Wellbeing with Ellen Langer
Tuesday 11th June 2024
Explore how mindfulness transforms well-being with Ellen Langer, delving into self-awareness, decision-making, and the mind-body connection.
58 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Mindfulness offers a nuanced perspective on behavior.
- Chronic illnesses may be influenced by mindset.
- The mind-body connection is crucial for health.
- Mindful thinking can improve decision-making.
- Understanding control over health can be empowering.
Next time you're stressed, ask yourself, is it a tragedy or an inconvenience?
In this insightful episode, Eric converses with Ellen Langer, a prominent psychologist from Harvard University, renowned for her research in mindfulness and its profound impact on well-being. Ellen shares her revolutionary views on mindfulness, distinguishing it from meditation and emphasizing it as a way of being that enhances self-awareness and cognitive flexibility. Ellen elucidates the transformative power of mindfulness, particularly in how it can positively affect chronic diseases.
She discusses the illusion of control and how the perception of one's ability to influence their health can lead to significant changes in well-being. Throughout the episode, Ellen reinforces the importance of viewing health conditions as a continuum rather than definitive states, proposing that our mindset can indeed alter our health outcomes. The conversation navigates through the challenges posed by conventional medical wisdom, which often limits individuals by suggesting a lack of control over chronic conditions.
Ellen advocates for a mindful approach, encouraging individuals to question deterministic views and explore the potential they have in managing their health. The episode also touches on decision-making and the importance of being mindful of one's thoughts and actions. Ellen suggests that by becoming more aware of the choices we make, we can foster positive interpretations and enhance our life satisfaction.
Eric and Ellen conclude with practical advice for listeners on how to integrate mindfulness into daily life, offering resources for building habits that nurture positive thinking and a healthier mindset. Ellen’s insights provide a hopeful and empowering perspective on the role of mindfulness in enhancing quality of life and overall well-being.