Light Within by Aura

• The Real Science Behind Happiness (And Why We Get It Wrong)

  What actually helps us feel happier? In this episode, Dr. Laurie Santos shares practical, science-backed strategies that really work.Dr. Laurie Santos is a cognitive scientist and tenured professor of psychology at Yale University. Her class, “Psychology and the Good Life,” became Yale’s most popular course in its 300-year history— and has now helped millions of people rethink what truly leads to a better life.In this conversation, Dr. Laurie Santos unpacks why so many of our instincts about happiness lead us in the wrong direction and what the science says to do instead. Drawing on decades of research, she explains how our brains are wired to chase things that don’t actually make us feel better— and how small, intentional shifts in our habits and mindset can lead to real, lasting change.In this episode, you’ll learn:🧠 Why our brains are wired to chase success, status, and more—yet still leave us feeling unsatisfied📉 How “hedonic adaptation” makes even our happiest moments fade faster than expected💡 How to rethink ambition so it supports—not sabotages—your well-being⏳ Why buying back your time is often more valuable than buying more stuff📌 What your negative emotions are trying to tell you—and how to respond in a healthier way🛠 Simple, proven tools to build real happiness without overhauling your lifeIf you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or just want to live with more intention—this episode is for you.Get 30 Days Free on Aura at: https://www.aurahealth.io/podcast30Join 8 million+ using Aura to find peace & transform their lives today. Code auto-applied at checkout.Connect with Dr. Laurie Santos:Website: https://www.drlauriesantos.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauriesantosofficial🎧 Listen & Subscribe here!Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lightwithinpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/light-within-by-aura/id1817230276Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bagyehVCa2oVxFJwOo16b💌 Want new episode drops, expert mental health tips, and wellness wisdom straight to your inbox? Subscribe to the Light Within newsletter here: https://www.aurahealth.io/lightwithin#subscribe📲 Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightwithinpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightwithinpodcast?_t=ZP-8v1c5YXw2il&_r=1Connect with Steve & Daniel:Steve’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevewithlight/Daniel’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielwithaura/

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• What Radical Self-Love Actually Looks Like (And Why Most People Get It Wrong)

  If you’ve ever struggled to love yourself— especially in the moments when you feel unworthy, lost, or disconnected— this conversation is for you.Today, we sit down with psychotherapist and spiritual teacher Dorothy Zennuriye Juno to talk about why self-love can feel so far away, especially for those who are always showing up for others, and what it really looks like to return to yourself with honesty and care.Through a blend of therapeutic insight, spiritual wisdom, and everyday tools, Dorothy invites us to stop abandoning ourselves, live in alignment with who we are, and access the peace that comes from honoring ourselves. In this episode, you’ll learn:🧠 Why self-love feels so hard—even when you’ve done the inner work🔄 The hidden reason we lose ourselves in relationships, roles, and routines💗 How to practice radical kindness when you feel unworthy, ashamed, or stuck💡 A reframe that turns “selfish” into self-honoring (and why it changes everything)🛠️ Daily tools to rebuild confidence, peace, and emotional resilience✨ How to access your inner wisdom—so decision-making feels easier and lighter🔮 What real spirituality looks like (even if you don’t identify as “spiritual”)If you’ve forgotten how to love yourself, this episode will remind you how—one honest, heart-led step at a time.Listen to Dorothy’s meditation, affirmations and Life Coaching tracks on Aura with 30-Day Free Guest Pass: https://www.aurahealth.io/podcast30Join 8 million+ using Aura to find peace & transform their lives today. Code auto-applied at checkout.Connect with Dorothy:Aura: https://www.aurahealth.io/coaches/cass-carlopioWebsite: https://dorothyzennuriyejuno.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorothyzennuriyejuno/🎧 Listen & Subscribe here!Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lightwithinpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/light-within-by-aura/id1817230276Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bagyehVCa2oVxFJwOo16b💌 Want new episode drops, expert mental health tips, and wellness wisdom straight to your inbox? Subscribe to the Light Within newsletter here: https://www.aurahealth.io/lightwithin#subscribe 📲 Follow us here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightwithinpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightwithinpodcast?_t=ZP-8v1c5YXw2il&_r=1Connect with Steve & Daniel:Steve’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevewithlight/Daniel’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielwithaura/

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• How to Build the Life You Want — With UK's Top Hypnotherapist

  If you’ve ever felt stuck in negative patterns, low self-worth, or struggled to break free from old habits, this episode will show you how to reclaim your power and rewrite your story.Today, we’re joined by Glenn Harrold, Aura Coach, bestselling author, and UK’s #1 hypnotherapist. Glenn’s personal story is incredible— from addiction and homelessness to selling over 10 million hypnosis recordings worldwide, he opens up about his incredible journey and the powerful tools he used to transform his life.In this episode, you’ll learn:🧠 Why most people stay stuck in self-sabotage patterns — and how to break them✨ The science behind hypnotherapy and how it helps you heal childhood wounds and unconscious programming🔥 How to raise your vibrational energy and attract better experiences into your life💡 Daily practices Glenn uses to stay mentally, physically, and spiritually strong🔮 Why visualization works, and how to use it to reprogram your mind for successIf you’re ready to heal, get unstuck, and create a happier life for yourself— this episode will give you everything you need to start.—Listen to Glenn's hypnosis tracks on Aura with 30-Day Free Guest Pass: https://www.aurahealth.io/podcast30Join 8 million+ using Aura to find peace & transform their lives today. Code auto-applied at checkout.—🎧 Listen & Subscribe here!Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lightwithinpodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/light-within-by-aura/id1817230276Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bagyehVCa2oVxFJwOo16b—💌 Want new episode drops, expert mental health tips, and wellness wisdom straight to your inbox? Subscribe to the Light Within newsletter here: https://www.aurahealth.io/lightwithin#subscribe—📲 Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightwithinpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightwithinpodcast?_t=ZP-8v1c5YXw2il&_r=1—Connect with Glenn:Aura: https://www.aurahealth.io/coaches/glenn-harroldWebsite: https://www.glennharrold.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glennharrold8/?hl=en

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• Harvard Psychologist Reveals the Secret to Changing Behavior

  If you’ve ever felt frustrated by someone’s behavior— whether it’s a partner, friend, coworker, or even yourself— this episode will give you the tools to handle those moments effortlessly.Today, we’re joined by Dr. Stuart Ablon, a Harvard Medical School professor, clinical psychologist, and one of the world’s leading experts on behavior. Dr. Ablon is the founding director of Think:Kids at Mass General Hospital, which focuses on Collaborative Problem Solving, an evidence-based approach found to reduce challenging behavior and currently used worldwide in schools, businesses, prisons, and relationships.In this episode, you’ll learn:🧠 Why behavior is about skill, not will— and why most of us get this wrong🔍 How empathy, curiosity, and connection are the keys to real behavior change🔄 Why punishment and consequences often fail— and what works better in parenting, leadership, and relationships✨ The five core thinking skills behind behavior and how stress and trauma affect them💡 A 4-step empathy framework you can use in any conflict, conversation, or relationshipThis episode is packed with simple, powerful strategies to solve problems effectively. You’ll see what’s really going on beneath the surface of challenging behavior— and how to respond in a way that actually works.—🎁🎁 HAWAII GIVEAWAY 🎁🎁 We're giving away two round-trip tickets to Hawaii! Entries close Tuesday (6/10) 11:59PM PST. Enter at the link: https://www.aurahealth.io/lightwithin/light-within-launch  —Connect with Dr. Stuart Ablon:Website: https://www.stuartablon.com/—🎧 Listen & Subscribe here!Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lightwithinpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bagyehVCa2oVxFJwOo16b—💌 Want new episode drops, expert mental health tips, and wellness wisdom straight to your inbox? Subscribe to the Light Within newsletter here: https://www.aurahealth.io/lightwithin#subscribe—📲 Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightwithinpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightwithinpodcast?_t=ZP-8v1c5YXw2il&_r=1—Get 30 Days Free on Aura at: https://www.aurahealth.io/podcast30Join 8 million+ using the Spotify for mental wellness today. Code auto-applied at checkout.

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• Why You Can’t Fall Asleep at Night, According to a Sleep Expert

  If you struggle with falling asleep, staying asleep, or find yourself waking up at 3AM, you’re about to learn why— and what to do about it.In our very first episode, we’re joined by Aura coach, psychologist, and sleep expert, Cassandra Carlopio, who’s spent years helping elite athletes, clinicians, and individuals around the world navigate stress, anxiety, and restless nights. In this conversation, Cassandra breaks down what’s really keeping you from deep, restful sleep— and what you can do about it starting tonight.In this conversation, you’ll learn:🧠 Why sleep isn’t something to “fix” but something to nurture and protect 🔄 How stress, trauma, and modern life keep your nervous system in overdrive 💡 The biggest sleep myths preventing you from getting rest 😴 Simple, actionable ways to create a sleep-friendly environment ✨ The power of Yoga Nidra, meditation, and deep rest techniques to reset your system and reclaim your nightsWhether you’re stuck in a cycle of restless nights or just want better, deeper sleep, this episode will help you understand why it’s happening and give you the tools to start improving it today.—🎁🎁 HAWAII GIVEAWAY 🎁🎁We're giving away two round-trip tickets to Hawaii! Entries close Tuesday (6/10) 11:59PM PST. Enter at the link: https://www.aurahealth.io/lightwithin/light-within-launch  —Listen to Cassandra’s sleep and meditation tracks on Aura with 30-Day Free Guest Pass: https://www.aurahealth.io/podcast30Join 8 million+ using Aura to find peace & transform their lives today. Code auto-applied at checkout.—Connect with Cassandra:Aura: https://www.aurahealth.io/coaches/cass-carlopioWebsite: https://www.cassandracarlopio.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassandracarlopio/—🎧 Listen & Subscribe here!Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lightwithinpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bagyehVCa2oVxFJwOo16b?si=f1093e8c7e3a4537 —💌 Want new episode drops, expert mental health tips, and wellness wisdom straight to your inbox? Subscribe to the Light Within newsletter here: https://www.aurahealth.io/lightwithin#subscribe —📲 Follow us here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightwithinpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightwithinpodcast?_t=ZP-8v1c5YXw2il&_r=1

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