EPISODE · Jun 9, 2020 · 25 MIN
LTGL2011 - Vibrant Living Series - Dr. Jay Kumar - The Science of Happiness
from Living the Good Life · host Kimberly Henrie
Have you ever questioned what it means to be happy? Or why it seems we have to try so hard? Today’s guest has not only pondered those questions but following a personal tragedy he went on to research happiness in-depth. Dr. Jay Kumar is a renowned public speaker, thought leader, and academic. His expertise spans brain science, behavioral health, economics, politics, culture, and religion. He holds a Ph.D. in cognitive science and religious studies. He also holds a master’s degree from the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University in international political economy. Starting this year, Dr. Jay is the Director of Contemplative Practices and Well-Being at Chapman University and he is the author of two books about happiness – Science of a Happy Brain: Thriving in the Age of Anger, Anxiety, and Addiction and Brain, Body & Being. Suffice it to say, he knows alot about happiness and he is here to share it with us now...Episode LTGL 2011Vibrant Living SeriesDr. Jay KumarYour Happiness Professordrjaykumar.comHost: Kimberly Henrie, www.kimberlyhenrie.comFor more information about Dr. Jay Kumar and the ideas he shares through various media interviews, visit: https://www.drjaykumar.com/news-events/ Follow @docjaykumar on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.Contact Dr. Jay: [email protected] partnership with genconnectU, Dr. Jay Kumar has developed an online happiness course now available for you to experience greater fulfillment and joy in life and work.INVESTING IN HAPPINESS: Improving Your Business and Work Through Brain ScienceIt focuses on transforming workplace engagement, employee and customer well-being and satisfaction.DISCOUNT CODE: Happiness10https://courses.genconnectu.com/courses/investing-in-happiness-improving-your-business-and-work-through-brain-science?fbclid=IwAR3C7ZNFkFlugdW9ebiyfRj_7TAw0e2DU97z2oR8IrZzHQXWjpJiP9Lq6ScJoin the conversation: Come hang out with us in the Living the Good Life Facebook community for:Episode previewsBonus contentGuest Q&A opportunitiesA community of people choosing to live with more intention and joyJoin the Living the Good Life FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LTGLCommunityEvery episode proudly sponsored by http://SwitchtoUSAMade.comContact Kimberly Henrie at https://livingthegoodlife.us/If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to leave a review or share it with someone who might need a little nudge toward their own version of the good life.
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Have you ever questioned what it means to be happy? Or why it seems we have to try so hard? Today’s guest has not only pondered those questions but following a personal tragedy he went on to research happiness in-depth. Dr. Jay Kumar is a renowned public speaker, thought leader, and academic. His expertise spans brain science, behavioral health, economics, politics, culture, and religion. He holds a Ph.D. in cognitive science and religious studies. He also holds a master’s degree from the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University in international political economy. Starting this year, Dr. Jay is the Director of Contemplative Practices and Well-Being at Chapman University and he is the author of two books about happiness – Science of a Happy Brain: Thriving in the Age of Anger, Anxiety, and Addiction and Brain, Body & Being. Suffice it to say, he knows alot about happiness and he is here to share it with us now...Episode LTGL 2011Vibrant Living SeriesDr. Jay KumarYour Happiness Professordrjaykumar.comHost: Kimberly Henrie, www.kimberlyhenrie.comFor more information about Dr. Jay Kumar and the ideas he shares through various media interviews, visit: https://www.drjaykumar.com/news-events/ Follow @docjaykumar on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.Contact Dr. Jay: [email protected] partnership with genconnectU, Dr. Jay Kumar has developed an online happiness course now available for you to experience greater fulfillment and joy in life and work.INVESTING IN HAPPINESS: Improving Your Business and Work Through Brain ScienceIt focuses on transforming workplace engagement, employee and customer well-being and satisfaction.DISCOUNT CODE: Happiness10https://courses.genconnectu.com/courses/investing-in-happiness-improving-your-business-and-work-through-brain-science?fbclid=IwAR3C7ZNFkFlugdW9ebiyfRj_7TAw0e2DU97z2oR8IrZzHQXWjpJiP9Lq6ScJoin the conversation: Come hang out with us in the Living the Good Life Facebook community for:Episode previewsBonus contentGuest Q&A opportunitiesA community of people choosing to live with more intention and joyJoin the Living the Good Life FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LTGLCommunityEvery episode proudly sponsored by http://SwitchtoUSAMade.comContact Kimberly Henrie at https://livingthegoodlife.us/If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to leave a review or share it with someone who might need a little nudge toward their own version of the good life.
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