434: Why Our Brains Are Wired for Negativity, and How It’s Sabotaging Our Happiness | Jamil Zaki, PhD

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Jamil Zaki, a renowned psychologist and professor at Stanford University who specializes in the science of empathy, social connection, and our mind’s tendency toward cynicism and negativity. He is the author of Hope for Cynics: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - http://littleemptyboxes.com This episode is proudly sponsored by: Manukora makes delicious, creamy, glyphosate-free Manuka honey that’s rich in MGO. Head to http://manukora.com/genius for $25 off a starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! ARMRA Colostrum protects, rebuilds, and strengthens your body’s barriers for defense against everyday threats and enhanced vitality. TryARMRA.com/genius and use code GENIUS to get 30% off of your first subscription order. AG1 is my favorite multivitamin. Enjoy a free 1 year supply of vitamin D and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit drinkag1.com/GENIUS.

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Marty Makary, MD is a Johns Hopkins professor and member of the National Academy of Medicine. He is the author of Blind Spots: When Medicine Gets It Wrong, and What It Means for Our Health. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - http://littleemptyboxes.com This episode is proudly sponsored by: Birch Living makes organic, hypoallergenic, offgassing-free mattresses that are super comfy to radically improve your sleep. Head to http://birchliving.com/genius and use code GENIUS for 25% off all mattresses! BUBS Naturals makes my favorite collagen, pure and unflavored, perfect for mixing into any drink, soup, or even recipes! Your hair, skin, and nails will thank you. Visit BUBSNaturals.com and use code GENIUS for 20% off. Puori provides IFOS-certified, high potency fish oil to satisfy all of your pre-formed omega-3 needs! Visit Puori.com/MAX and use promo code MAX to get 20% off site-wide.

Kevin Bass, PhD, is focused on challenging misinformation in health, nutrition, academia, and government policy. He has written for Newsweek and the New York Post on COVID policy missteps, advocating for evidence-based dialogue and scientific integrity.15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavereWatch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - http://littleemptyboxes.comThis episode is proudly sponsored by:Momentous is a new supplement brand that holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Visit livemomentous.com/genius to get 20% off.Bite makes my favorite low toxin toothpaste alternative sent in refillable, compostable pouches! Head to trybite.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 20% off of your first order.Kion makes one of my absolute favorite whey isolate protein powders and also a go-to source of creatine and essential aminos. Save 20% by going to http://getkion.com/geniuslife.

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Nicole Cain is an Arizona naturopathic doctor specializing in holistic wellness and solutions for anxiety, depression, & bipolar. She is the author of Panic Proof: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - http://littleemptyboxes.com This episode is proudly sponsored by: AG1 is my favorite multivitamin. Enjoy a free 1 year supply of vitamin D and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit drinkag1.com/GENIUS. OneSkin is a skincare company for minimalists utilizing their revolutionary OS-01 peptide which can reverse signs of skin aging according to their research. Visit http://oneskin.co/max and use code MAX for 10% off. BetterHelp is the world’s largest therapy platform, making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient. Get 10% off of your first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/MAX.