Science-backed spiritual tools for longevity: Psychologist David DeSteno, Ph.D. | mbg Podcast

Welcome to the mindbodygreen podcast! Each week, host Jason Wachob, founder and co-CEO of mindbodygreen, engages in open, honest conversations with the people shaping the world of well-being. Today’s featured guest is David DeSteno, Ph.D., a psychologist and professor at Northeastern University. “The data shows that engagement in spiritual practices leads people to be healthier and live longer, happier lives," he says. In this episode, David and Jason discuss the science behind spiritual practices and how they can benefit our well-being, plus: 0:00-5:07 Intro 5:07-8:27 How David defines spirituality 8:27-11:54 The science-backed health benefits of spirituality 11:54-14:49 The power of believing in something bigger than yourself 14:49-16:52 Why spirituality is just as important as exercise & nutrition 16:52-20:57 How organized prayer benefits your health 20:57-24:35 Why organized religion is declining 24:35-27:45 Why church should be more like Burning Man 27:45-33:46 Are fitness classes the new faith institutions? 33:46-36:06 Do fitness instructors have a greater responsibility? 36:06-43:05 Where spirituality meets AI technology 43:05-45:00 How to assess your spiritual health 45:00-50:51 Easy ways to flex your “soul muscles” 50:51-54:14 How meditation makes you nicer 54:14-57:35 Exciting research on psychedelics & spirituality 57:35-1:03:56 A spiritual lesson in grief 1:03:56-1:05:20 What to say to someone who rejects spirituality We hope you enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. #mindbodygreen #podcastvideo ABOUT mbg: mindbodygreen. One word. Here you’ll find a 360-degree approach to wellness that weaves the mental, physical, spiritual, emotional, and environmental aspects of well-being together, because we believe that these pillars of health are all interconnected. Our values: Science & Research Committed to the whole you Quality Sourced You can check us out here: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/​ Follow us on Social - @mindbodygreen Instagram:   / mindbodygreen   Facebook:   / mindbodygreen   Twitter:   / mindbodygreen   Pinterest:   / mindbodygreen