Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson
Rick Hanson, Ph.D., Forrest HansonForrest Hanson is joined by clinical psychologist (and his dad) Dr. Rick Hanson and a world-class group of experts to explore the practical science of lasting well-being. Conversations focus on the key insights from psychology, science, and contemplative practice that you need to build reliable inner strengths, overcome your challenges, and get the most out of life. New episodes every Monday.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 493 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Mental HealthEducationHealth & FitnessSelf-Improvement | |||
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Most relationships, romantic or otherwise, tend to get stuck in predictable patterns of conflict. This episode is about how to resolve that conflict, and get things moving again. Dr. Rick and Forrest draw on Rick's decades of work with couples and fa... more
Forrest is joined by Dr. Ashley Mason, a clinical psychologist and sleep researcher at UCSF, to discuss Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). They talk about what separates insomnia from a few rough nights, why people with insomnia sleep... more
In this second episode on self-acceptance, Forrest and Dr. Rick focus on how to accept the parts of ourselves we don’t like. They explain why "just love yourself more" rarely works, walk through a four-step process, and talk about why acceptance gets... more
Self-acceptance gets recommended constantly, but are we really supposed to accept the parts of ourselves we don't like? Won’t that stop us from changing? Dr. Rick and Forrest discuss what self-acceptance is, what it isn't, and why it’s the starting p... more
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- Clarity and depth
Love the clarity and depth. And your summaries at the end are always so helpful. Just listened to the episode on shame and self compassion. Really useful - and useful is the highest praise I can give. Seriously. Excellent.
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United Kingdoma month ago - Brilliance in every episode
This is my favorite therapy podcast. Such quality in every episode, research based coupled with a host that is knowledgeable, caring and very charismatic.
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United States2 months ago - Shorter?
This is a very thoroughly detailed and informative podcast! I just wish it was shorter.
Apple Podcasts5perspective1United States2 months ago - Feel your Feeling with Simone Saunders
The guest and topic were very well presented and included many helpful and interesting views.
Apple Podcasts5KobusedUnited States2 months ago - Exceptional Insight
I’m studying to be a Somatic Traumatic Informed Coach, and Counsellor in the UK. I find your episodes so insightful and the father-son aspect so joyful as you bring your different experiences and knowledge together. I would love you to interview Hope Edelman about early mother loss, as this is my specialism through experiencing it and training with Hope, and I would very much like to hear your perspectives on this particular type of grief.
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Apple Podcasts | #20 | United States/Health & Fitness/Mental Health |
Apple Podcasts | #69 | United States/Health & Fitness |
Apple Podcasts | #8 |  Canada/Health & Fitness/Mental Health |
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Apple Podcasts | #60 | United Kingdom/Health & Fitness |
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What is Being Well about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A practical, science-driven exploration of well-being, psychology, and personal growth conducted as thoughtful conversations between a father–son host duo and leading experts. Episodes balance behavioral science, neuroscience, and contemplative practice to offer approachable tools for stress, relationships, burnout, and emotional health, often pairing clinical insight with real-life applications. Noteworthy strengths include a clear, structured format, evidence-based guidance, and a warm, engaging dynamic between hosts that makes complex topics feel accessible. The show tends to feature researchers, clinicians, and thought leaders who translate theory into actionable practices for everyday life, making it a potential match for listeners see... more
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Recent guests on Being Well include:
1. Ashley Mason
2. Rick Hanson
3. Dr. Chris Germer
4. Dr. Ellen Hendriksen
5. Dr. Rachel Zofness
6. Jan Hanson
7. Simone Saunders
8. Mary-Frances O'Connor
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