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The Scientific Guide to Health and Happiness

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Course Description

Overview

<p>Uncover the essential secrets to a healthy mind and body and empower yourself to take charge of your happiness and life satisfaction. These 24 science-based lessons, taught by Dr. Robin Miller, will introduce you to the many ways that health and happiness are intertwined.</p>

Syllabus

  • By This Expert
  • 01: The Health and Happiness Connection
  • 02: How Happiness Is Created in the Brain
  • 03: What Do We Know about Living Longer?
  • 04: Happy Heart, Healthy Heart
  • 05: The Gut: Our Second Brain
  • 06: The Microbiome: How Bacteria Keep Us Happy
  • 07: Which Diet Is Best for Happiness?
  • 08: Better Habits for Healthy Eating
  • 09: Fun Foods for Health and Happiness
  • 10: Do You Need to Take Supplements?
  • 11: Mushrooms: A Superfood for Well-Being
  • 12: Sleep: Getting a Happy Night’s Rest
  • 13: Recognizing and Treating Depression
  • 14: Building Community and Ending Loneliness
  • 15: Preventing and Managing Neurodegeneration
  • 16: Meditation for a Happy Mind and Body
  • 17: Faith, Prayer, and Spirituality in Health
  • 18: Have More Sex—for Health Reasons!
  • 19: What Is a Healthy and Happy Weight?
  • 20: Music: Happy Stimulation for the Mind
  • 21: Dance: Happy Exercise for the Whole Body
  • 22: Healthy Management of Chronic Pain
  • 23: Using Technology to Support Your Health
  • 24: Finding a Doctor to Support Your Journey

Taught by

Robin Miller

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