Dave DeSteno

Join Dave DeSteno, a psychology professor and host of How God Works, as he chats with Dr. Laurie Santos about finding happiness during the often stressful holiday season. They explore the emotional challenges of winter festivities and the importance of adjusting expectations. Discover the uplifting power of giving and creating meaningful connections, plus practical strategies like gratitude journals and simple acts of kindness. Embrace holiday rituals to enhance joy and connection, ensuring this season is a fulfilling one.

Dave DeSteno, social psychologist studying virtue, emotion, and spiritual practice. He shifts the focus from proving God to studying how prayer, meditation, gratitude, forgiveness, and religious community shape wellbeing. Short talks explore meditation’s effect on compassion, rituals that aid grief, and how spiritual practices might expand moral concern and strengthen social bonds.

Dave DeSteno, a Psychology Professor at Northeastern University and author of 'How God Works,' discusses the vital role spirituality plays in our secular society. He highlights how spiritual practices can lead to healthier, happier lives, supported by empirical evidence. The conversation explores ancient rituals for processing grief and the significance of communal support. DeSteno emphasizes the importance of spirituality in navigating societal disconnection and promoting compassion, particularly through mindfulness and meditation.