SciShow
3 Friendly Robots Improving Our Social Lives
You might think of robots as unfeeling, and maybe even kind of cold, but some robots are specifically programmed to help people improve their social skills and emotional health. Here are a few that might make really good pals!
SciShow
How Chronic Stress Harms Your Body
We can’t avoid having stress, and that’s not always a bad thing. But if you are dealing with a lot of stress every day, it might cause you physical harm.
TED Talks
Daniel Reisel: The neuroscience of restorative justice
Daniel Reisel studies the brains of criminal psychopaths (and mice). And he asks a big question: Instead of warehousing these criminals, shouldn't we be using what we know about the brain to help them rehabilitate? Put another way: If...
TED Talks
TED: The first 21 days of a bee's life | Anand Varma
We've heard that bees are disappearing. But what is making bee colonies so vulnerable? Photographer Anand Varma raised bees in his backyard — in front of a camera — to get an up close view. This project, for National Geographic, gives a...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What causes insomnia? - Dan Kwartler
What keeps you up at night? Pondering deep questions? Excitement about a big trip? Stress about unfinished work? What if the very thing keeping you awake was stress about losing sleep? This seemingly unsolvable loop is at the heart of...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Does stress cause pimples? - Claudia Aguirre
Which came first: the stress or the pimples? The physical reactions to stress can cause major breakouts, which, in turn, can be even more stressful! Claudia Aguirre gives just one more reason to get that stress under control.
Crash Course
Trauma & Addiction: Crash Course Psychology
So, what do Batman and J.R.R. Tolkien have in common? Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. It used to be called "Shellshock" and it can be really really really destructive. In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank lays out the low...
Crash Course
How to Avoid Burnout: Crash Course Business - Soft Skills
It's our final episode of Soft Skills where Evelyn talks about how to take care of yourself. If you don't take care of yourself, no one else will. So take all of these soft skills we've talked about and add this last little bit to make...
Crash Course
Emotion, Stress and Health: Crash Course Psychology
So, it turns out we have an easy time reading emotions in facial expressions, but emotions can straight up kill us! In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank discusses stress, emotions, and their overall impact on our health. --...
Curated Video
Japan Handling Emergencies
New ReviewIn Japan, there are two emergency numbers everyone should know: 110, to contact the police, and 119, to report a fire or request an ambulance. But be mindful that you’ll have to talk in Japanese, which is especially difficult when you’re...
Curated Video
Dalai Lama and Dr. James R. Doty on Compassion
New ReviewThe Dalai Lama Talks About Compassion: Harry Wiland and Dale Bell had the honor and privilege to meet and interview the Dalai Lama about the importance of compassion and giving.
Curated Video
Understanding Fear and Stress: Your Body's Natural Responses to Challenges
New ReviewThis video explores the concepts of fear and stress by comparing a sudden bear encounter in nature to the ongoing pressure of looming deadlines. It highlights how fear is the body's immediate response to a threat, while stress is a...
Curated Video
Overcoming Financial Anxiety: Strategies to Take Control of Your Finances
New ReviewThis video discusses the prevalence of financial anxiety and its impact on individuals' well-being. It highlights the importance of identifying the root causes of financial stress and offers practical tips for managing and overcoming it,...
Curated Video
Strategies for Managing Stress in Work and Personal Life
New ReviewThis video provides practical strategies for managing stress in both work and personal life. It emphasizes the importance of self-care, time management, exercise, and eliminating unnecessary stressors to improve overall well-being. By...
Curated Video
Breaking Through Creative Blocks: Strategies and Inspiration
New ReviewThe video discusses strategies for overcoming creative blocks, including stepping away from a project, using creative constraints, and simply creating without worrying about the outcome. It draws examples from Alfred Hitchcock's...
Curated Video
Tips for Managing Zoom Fatigue: Navigating Video Calls with Ease
New ReviewIn this video transcript, the concept of Zoom Fatigue is explored, highlighting the challenges of maintaining constant eye contact and interpreting body language during video calls. The speaker offers practical tips to combat Zoom...
Curated Video
Considerations Before Taking on Multiple Jobs: Hidden Costs and Benefits
New ReviewThis video discusses the benefits and hidden costs of working multiple jobs. It highlights the importance of balancing schedules, maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and considering the impact on relationships and health. The viewer...
Curated Video
Why You Should Lay Down With Feet Up - You Should Know With Lucia
Ever wish you could stop running from place to place and just lay down for a moment? Check out the new episode of You Should Know, with Lucia Nazzaro, to find out why taking a load off and putting your feet up may be the best way to...
Curated Video
How To Reduce Stress In Large Crowds - Beat The Fear With Joe Leonardo
Giant video display boards, human sized cartoon characters, subway stations, police on horseback, the Naked Cowboy, 42nd Street, massive New Year’s Eve celebrations… there’s only one Times Square. All this and being in the heart of New...
Curated Video
A Therapy Dog is Providing Comfort to Children at Randall Childrens Hospital
Bear has a natural affinity to children, making him the perfect therapy dog for children at Randall Children’s Hospital.
Curated Video
Remove 'Stress' and Trust the Process for a Healthier, Happier 2019
Stress and the pressure of perfection all too often get in the way of achieving goals ー or at this time of year, resolutions. But rethinking stress, "trusting the process," and practicing gratitude are some simple ways to make serious...
Curated Video
Cold War takes top honors at 2018 European Film Awards in Seville
In a sparkling ceremony, Seville hosted the 31st edition of the European Film Awards . The film awards are Europe’s most prestigious and were launched in 1988 to give European movies a buzz and a boost, and to honor the best in the...
Curated Video
Simple Relaxation Response Techniques for Stress Relief
Simple Relaxation Response Techniques for Stress Relief