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July 16, 2025 65 mins
Can your mind reverse aging, reduce stress, and even heal your body? Harvard psychology professor, Dr. Ellen Langer has spent over 40 years researching mindfulness, mind-body unity and how your thoughts can transform your health. In this episode, she shares her groundbreaking work and practical advice, empowering anyone to make simple mental shifts that improve their health, stop unexpected sources of stress, and live a more mindful life. (00:00) Intro   (01:20) Why Mindfulness Matters   (03:12) How to Tell If You're Being Mindful   (04:11) Reframing Your Life for a Healthier Mindset   (06:14) Embracing the Power of Uncertainty   (09:49) Is Mindfulness Just Being Present?   (12:27) Dr. Langer's Key Discovery on Human Potential   (14:49) Turning Negative Traits Into Strengths   (17:05) The Truth About Negative Emotions   (19:38) Simple Ways to Be More Mindful   (22:21) The Impact of Conditional Language   (27:20) LinkedIn Jobs Ad   (28:36) WHOOP Ad   (29:38) Dr. Langer's Mind-Body Unity Theory   (35:01) Counterclockwise Study: Think Yourself Younger   (36:28) How Language Shapes Our Actions   (40:12) Chambermaid Exercise Study: Think Yourself Fitter   (43:24) More Research on Mind-Body Unity   (46:28) Shopify Ad   (47:32) Taking Control of Your Health   (49:01) Chronic Illness & Symptom Variability Study   (52:00) How to Manage and Reduce Stress   (54:51) Exploring the Limits of the Mind-Body Connection   (58:14) Life Lessons from Mindful Living   (01:03:23) What Does It Mean to Be Human? Follow use here: www.instagram.com/scienceandsoul  www.instagram.com/drkristenholmes/  www.instagram.com/ellenjlanger Sponsored by: Linkedin Jobs - https://www.linkedin.com/soul  WHOOP - https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/SCIENCE/  Shopify - http://SHOPIFY.CO.UK/KRISTEN  SYNCH ID:  MB01M8FADOOETUR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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