Podcast The Science of Happiness: Art As Medicine

What if the key to feeling better was already in your hands—a pen, a paintbrush, or a lump of clay? Research shows that creativity isn’t just an outlet— it’s a powerful tool for healing, reducing stress, and finding meaning. Learn how doing things like creating visual art and writing poetry can help us process emotions and deepen our connection to ourselves and to the world around us.

Happiness Break: Make Uncertainty Part of the Process

May 29, 2025 | 3:52

Through poetic reflection, Yrsa Daley-Ward helps us embrace the in-between moments, reminding us that the unknown can be the very terrain where real change begins.

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Through poetic reflection, Yrsa Daley-Ward helps us embrace the in-between moments, reminding us that the unknown can be the very terrain where real change begins.

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