Your Life’s Purpose

Depression

Why Coffee May Be a Magical Elixir

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on November 17, 2021

An everyday beverage is proving to have remarkable health benefits.

An everyday beverage is proving to have remarkable health benefits.

Memory

What’s Your Favorite Song?

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on August 16, 2021

Music is a catalyst for boosting mood and energy and a powerful pain management tool.

Music is a catalyst for boosting mood and energy and a powerful pain management tool.

Gratitude

Are You Feeling Blah?

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on July 12, 2021

Here are some lessons on thriving that we can learn from Mother Teresa and Christopher Reeve.

Here are some lessons on thriving that we can learn from Mother Teresa and Christopher Reeve.

Health

Doggone Lessons to Get You Through a Pandemic

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on October 14, 2020

How your four-legged friend is boosting your mental and physical health during the pandemic.

How your four-legged friend is boosting your mental and physical health during the pandemic.

Forgiveness

How to Forgive Like Nelson Mandela

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on July 15, 2020

Nelson Mandela's life embodied forgiveness. Here are nine steps to transform your life with lessons taken from his.

Nelson Mandela's life embodied forgiveness. Here are nine steps to transform your life with lessons taken from his.

Happiness

5 simple ways to spark happiness during uncertain days

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on June 25, 2020

Five simple practices that will boost your joy during these days of uncertainty

Five simple practices that will boost your joy during these days of uncertainty

Coronavirus Disease 2019

Life in the Time of COVID-19

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on April 16, 2020

Practical things you can do to not be alone during this pandemic.

Practical things you can do to not be alone during this pandemic.

Happiness

Does Money Matter for Our Happiness?

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on March 8, 2020

As global markets tumble, we are forced to reflect on the question: Does money matter?

As global markets tumble, we are forced to reflect on the question: Does money matter?

Meditation

One Simple Daily Practice That Will Transform Your Health

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on January 7, 2020

Studies show this simple daily practice, in six easy steps, can boost your health and potentially lengthen your lifespan

Studies show this simple daily practice, in six easy steps, can boost your health and potentially lengthen your lifespan

Gratitude

You have the power to light up the world!

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on October 21, 2019

Don't wait for the eulogy. Say thank you today. This one small kindness will make help create a more compassionate world

Don't wait for the eulogy. Say thank you today. This one small kindness will make help create a more compassionate world

Happiness

Why Are Americans Getting Gloomier?

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on March 21, 2019

The 2019 World Happiness Report found that Americans feel less content than ever, with many pointing to social media use as a possible cause. But does life online get a bad rap?

The 2019 World Happiness Report found that Americans feel less content than ever, with many pointing to social media use as a possible cause. But does life online get a bad rap?

Relatability is key to personal and political success. Learn what kind of smile will woo others.

Happiness

Mary Oliver on How to Live 'Your One Wild and Precious Life'

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on January 19, 2019

“Someone I loved once gave me a box full of darkness. It took me years to understand that this too, was a gift.” -Mary Oliver
What her life teaches about how to find joy

“Someone I loved once gave me a box full of darkness. It took me years to understand that this too, was a gift.” -Mary Oliver
What her life teaches about how to find joy

Anger

Are You Frazzled by All Divisiveness and Anger in the World?

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on October 22, 2018

Disheartened by the lack of civility that abounds? Here's what you can do to create a gentler world.

Disheartened by the lack of civility that abounds? Here's what you can do to create a gentler world.

Happiness

What We Can Learn from Winnie the Pooh

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on September 23, 2018

Lessons on happiness from Winnie the Pooh and 3 (easy) things you can do to boost your mood.

Lessons on happiness from Winnie the Pooh and 3 (easy) things you can do to boost your mood.

Animal Behavior

Life-Changing Power of Pets

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on August 28, 2018

National Dog Day shines a light on the benefits of loving a dog. Furry friends make us happier and healthier.

National Dog Day shines a light on the benefits of loving a dog. Furry friends make us happier and healthier.

Happiness

Fake It Until You Make It

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on August 12, 2018

The fastest, most sure-fire way to be happy is to smile. Find out why.

The fastest, most sure-fire way to be happy is to smile. Find out why.

Happiness

Are You Happy?

Sanjiv Chopra, MD and Gina Vild on April 8, 2018

Learn the scientific formula to reveal your happiness quotient.

Learn the scientific formula to reveal your happiness quotient.