Joy Lab Podcast
1) The Practice of Self-Awareness: Why You're Worth Knowing [244]
Are you self-aware? Thankfully, it's not a yes or no question. Self-awareness is the practice of knowing yourself without judgment and it isn't a one-and-done achievement. It's a lifelong practice tha...Show More
2) Making Self-Connection Your Superpower in 2026 [243]
Happy New Year! Welcome to a special Thursday episode of Joy Lab as we kick off 2026 with our Element of Inspiration. We'll explore why inspiration is so much more powerful than willpower-driven resol...Show More
3) Joy vs. Happiness: Why Joy Is Your Birthright (And How to Find It in 2026) [242]
It's been an interesting year (and honestly, we're still searching for the right adjective). But one thing is crystal clear: we desperately need to prioritize joy—our own and others'. And no, that's n...Show More
Joy vs. Happiness: Why Joy Is Your Birthright (And How to Find It in 2026) [242]
10:16 | Dec 31st, 2025
4) From Depression to Joy: Why We Created Joy Lab (And How You Can Help) [241]
Our work at Joy Lab is both deeply personal and fully universal. In this episode, we're sharing more about why we do this work and why it's so needed. And this isn't just another origin story. It's a ...Show More
From Depression to Joy: Why We Created Joy Lab (And How You Can Help) [241]
18:45 | Dec 24th, 2025
5) The Power of Gathering: Science-Backed Ways to Combat Loneliness Through Group Connection [240]
Ever felt that electric energy ripple through a crowd at a concert, sports game, or peaceful protest? That's not just your imagination—it's collective effervescence, and it's something we're deeply wi...Show More
6) Caring What Others Think Isn't Your Weakness [239]
Have you been told (or told yourself) not to care what others think? Spoiler alert—caring what others think isn't a bad thing. In fact, it's completely natural and wired into us as humans. The real is...Show More
7) Sympathetic Fear vs. Sympathetic Joy: What Are You Tuning Into? [238]
In this episode, Henry and Aimee explore the fascinating science behind emotional contagion and how we're constantly picking up signals from those around us. They dive into why sympathetic joy can be ...Show More
8) We're Wired to Give, But Are You Giving Too Much? [237]
'Tis the season of giving! Or maybe the season of giving too much? In this episode, we'll talk about the positive effects of giving, such as the release of dopamine and endorphins, which create a 'hel...Show More
9) The Power of Good Enough Parenting & Calling Out Our Moms [236]
How's In this episode of the Joy Lab podcast, Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek explore the theme of gratitude, specifically focusing on the nurturing roles of mothers and other caregivers in our...Show More
10) Reducing Negative Self-Talk With Illeism (it's a thing!) [235]
How's your self-talk? If you're like most folks, it's probably not as kind as you'd like. In this episode, we'll talk about the power of positive self-talk and gratitude. We'll get into how the chatte...Show More