Author Archives: susanmangan

Emotions

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Can a Hug a Day Keep the Doctor Away?

You can get closer to those you care about with a little practice.

Wellbeing

Men doing volunteer work during COVID-19

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The Inward and Outward Power of Purpose

Researcher, Dr. Susan Mangan offers summer activities to help us discover our purpose in this changing world.

Emotions

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Moral Elevation (Part 2): Practices for Elevating Ourselves and Our World

Postdoctoral Researcher, Dr. Susan Mangan provides research-based activities to help us experience the positive emotion of elevation.

Emotions

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Moral Elevation (Part 1): The Snowball Effect of Small Inspirations

Dr. Susan Mangan explains the role and benefits of moral elevation in inspiring us to help our communities.

Practices

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A Practice: Love and Closeness and How They Fortify our Minds, Bodies, and Relationships

Love is necessary for wholeness. Read how you can get closer to those you care about.

Joy

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Dad Jokes: Science Agrees we Need More Laughter

Research shows that humor can ease stress during hard times. Dr. Susan Mangan shares 3 evidence-based practices to help us get started.

Practices

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Activities for Busting the Blues

Dr. Susan Mangan shares activities that help build resilience and beat the blues.

Emotions

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Practices to Boost Positive Emotions at Home

Dr. Susan Mangan provides 3 at-home exercises that can increase our positive emotions during times of difficulty.

Family laughing at home

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Aumentando las emociones positivas en el hogar

Dra. Susan Mangan ofrece 3 ejercicios en casa que pueden aumentar nuestras emociones positivas.

Gratitude

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Inspiring Kids to Adopt a Posture of Gratitude

What does research tell us about gratitude? Explore the key benefits of gratitude and how you can nurture it in kids.