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How finding moments of awe can bolster your mental health

Great mountains, beautiful movies and moments to appreciate life in all its glory. These are all experiences that make us feel a sense of awe, but what actually is awe, why do we feel this emotion and is it good for you? We spoke to Dacher Keltner, a leading psychology professor and author the book Awe: The New Science Of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  How to build a quantum computer

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  How to keep your immune system healthy

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  The potential health benefits of green tea

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  How the mind affects physical health and vice versa

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  How AI will make the world a better place, not bring it to an end

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  Busting social media diet and nutrition myths

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  How science can help you have better conversations

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  Why you’re not actually addicted to your phone

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  The surprising role of clouds in climate change

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  Why giraffes are undergoing a silent extinction