Ever wondered how some people bounce back from setbacks stronger and happier than ever? The secret isn’t luck — it’s resilience! So, this week on Sero Boost: The Happiness Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews resilience coach Gina Vild to discover practical ways to build resilience. An author, thought leader, and speaker, Gina Vild explores the topics of happiness, purpose, and resilience in her work. Gina Vild has not only co-authored ‘The Two Most Important Days: How to Find your Purpose and Live a Happier, Healthier Life’, but she is also currently working on her second book, ‘Buoyant: Learn to Navigate Life’s Troubled Water and Thrive’. Additionally, she writes two columns for Psychology Today, and recently served Harvard Medical School as associate dean and chief communications officer. In this episode, Gina Vild addresses common misconceptions about happiness — such as the tortured artist stereotype — and sheds light on the common challenges individuals face when it comes to building resilience and happiness. Together, Marie and Gina Vild discuss key factors that contribute to resilience and happiness, as well as practical habits that help in developing resilience. So, whether you’re facing a tough time or simply want to future-proof your happiness, tune in to this episode for tips on transforming setbacks into stepping stones for a happier, more resilient you!

For many, the boundaries between work and personal life have become increasingly blurred, often resulting in stress, burnout, and a diminished sense of well-being. This episode delves into the importance of values and the need to challenge hustle culture, offering a refreshing perspective on work-life integration. Dr. Rònké A. Òké, a culture strategist and workplace transformation expert, leads the conversation. With nearly two decades of experience in HigherEd and over a decade in corporate consulting, she helps organizations navigate change, foster employee engagement, and align business goals with social responsibility. As the creator of the Worth Ethic Framework™️ and Worth-Centered Leadership program, she equips professionals to align their work with their values and achieve sustainable success. In her conversation with Sarah, Dr. Òké emphasizes the value of rest, flexibility, and a lifestyle that truly integrates work and life. She presents the Worth Ethic revolution as a more effective alternative to traditional ideas like work-life balance, encouraging a shift toward decentering work and focusing on well-being. This episode is ideal for anyone looking to redefine their relationship with work and rediscover a sense of purpose.

From the pages of classic literature to the plotlines of modern blockbusters, the concept of revenge has held a longstanding grip on our collective psyche. So, this week on Sero Boost: The Happiness Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews psychiatry lecturer James Kimmel, Jr., JD to investigate the neuroscience behind revenge. Based at the Yale School of Medicine, James Kimmel, Jr., JD is not only a lecturer, but also the founder and co-director of the Yale Collaborative for Motive Control Studies. In his work, James Kimmel, Jr., JD largely focuses on neuroscience, psychology, revenge, addiction, forgiveness and violence. Additionally, he is the author behind a new book, ‘The Science of Revenge’, to be released in May 2025. In this episode, James Kimmel, Jr., JD starts out with an enthralling personal anecdote, illustrating how revenge turns into addiction. Furthermore, he goes into detail about the evolutionary origins of revenge. Together, Marie and James Kimmel, Jr., JD discuss how the same interventions used to combat addiction could be applied in a revenge context, and how forgiveness towards oneself and others is a key practice in easing the cravings of revenge. So, whether you’re struggling with vengeful behavior, or simply fascinated by the brain’s mysterious movements, tune in to this episode!