Episode 61
Painful memories can continue to influence how we experience life long after the original event has passed.
In this episode, Dr. Arthur Brooks explores the science of human memory, why our recollections may be less reliable than we assume, and how memories can shift over time and shape the future we envision.
Key takeaways:
- Rethink how memory works: Our recollections may not be as fixed or reliable as they feel.
- Keep positive memories close: Brooks suggests creating a personal database of experiences worth remembering.
- Focus on gratitude: Gratitude can offer another way of relating to the past.
- Look for meaning and learning: Difficult experiences may hold lessons that influence how we move forward.
Office Hours shares science-based strategies for building a happier, more meaningful life. New episodes usually air every Monday.
