Week 5

Feelings that make us happy

4 videos

In this unit, students will learn how harnessing our feelings can make us happier. Dr. Laurie Santos explores how we need both our positive and negative emotions in order to improve our well-being. Dr. Santos also explores how to regulate your fight-or-flight response using a surprising bodily tool: the breath.

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lesson 5.1

What Makes Us Happier: Feelings

In this video for teens, Dr. Laurie Santos explores the role of feelings in happiness. Learn how to experience a wide range of emotions, cultivate positive emotions, and effectively regulate negative ones - ultimately fostering a happier and more balanced life.

lesson 5.2

Accepting Negative Emotions

In this video for teens, Dr. Laurie Santos discusses the importance of accepting and dealing with negative emotions instead of suppressing them. Discover the powerful RAIN meditation technique (Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture) to help navigate challenging emotions and foster a healthier emotional life.

lesson 5.3

Bridging Our Empathy Gaps

In this video for teens, Dr. Laurie Santos explores the hot-cold empathy gap and how our bodily sensations influence our decision-making. Discover practical tips on how to manage and protect your hot and cold selves, leading to better choices and increased happiness.

lesson 5.4

Regulating Our Fight-or-Flight

In this video for teens, Dr. Laurie Santos explains the fight or flight system and how it affects our happiness and health. Discover the power of deep belly breathing as a simple, conscious technique to regulate this system and improve well-being.

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