# Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

A podcast by Rick Hanson, Ph.D., Forrest Hanson. Forrest Hanson is joined by clinical psychologist (and his dad) Dr. Rick Hanson and a world-class group of experts to explore the practical science of lasting well-being. Conversations focus on the key insights from psychology, science, and contemplative practice that you need to build reliable inner strengths, overcome your challenges, and get the most out of life. New episodes every Monday.

Feed: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/BEING3442328255

## Latest episodes

- [How to Break Relationship Patterns: Resolving Conflict and Communicating Your Needs](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/7f91098719d0) (2026-10-26, 75 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING6477835139.mp3
- [How to Fix Insomnia: CBT-I with Dr. Ashley Mason](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/e1a01c2fb9d4) (2026-10-19, 77 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING8334249023.mp3
- [How to Accept the Parts of Yourself You Don't Like](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/41794ace1b5e) (2026-10-12, 68 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING6374864181.mp3
- [Self-Acceptance: How to Accept Yourself Without Giving Up on Change](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/b1002b0f02b1) (2026-10-05, 61 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING2131937837.mp3
- [Treating Shame with Self-Compassion with Dr. Chris Germer](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/35e9c857876f) (2026-09-28, 72 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING8444356433.mp3
- [Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: What the Critics Get Right (and Wrong) w/ Dr. Ellen Hendriksen](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/3bc83bfda9a2) (2026-09-21, 94 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING2785507947.mp3
- [The New Science of Pain: It's Not Just Physical with Dr. Rachel Zoffness](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/dc00e6d7feeb) (2026-09-14, 109 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING8070770778.mp3
- [People Pleasing vs. Fawning: Why We Do It and How to Change](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/f6cbf6f86107) (2026-09-11, 73 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING8504996696.mp3
- [Depleted Mother Syndrome: Why Moms Burn Out, and How to Recover with Jan Hanson](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/774b91bdb056) (2026-08-31, 78 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING9047766763.mp3
- [How to Feel Your Feelings with Simone Saunders](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/bace2765007b) (2026-08-24, 86 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING3132751516.mp3
- [The Psychology of Manipulation: How to Become Manipulation Resistant](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/476de29c04d6) (2026-08-17, 71 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING9399483062.mp3
- [What’s The Problem With Therapy Speak? August Mailbag](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/483bcf3d6ccc) (2026-08-10, 61 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING7759483021.mp3
- [Burnout: A Practical Guide for Normal People](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/aa64ebf77a12) (2026-08-03, 75 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING3102639626.mp3
- [The Grieving Body: How to Heal After Loss with Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/7398f67b238a) (2026-07-27, 89 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING7207519681.mp3
- [Healing from Parentification: When the “Gifted Child” Grows Up](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/87ea1661c10a) (2026-07-20, 76 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING5454238680.mp3
- [Understanding Dissociation and DID: What It's Really Like, and How People Recover w/ Dr. Milissa Kaufman and Dr. Lauren Lebois](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/6b2fcd0ed710) (2026-07-13, 87 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING3515497029.mp3
- [From Insight to Action: How to Face the Fear You Keep Avoiding](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/cb345ae48ed0) (2026-07-06, 76 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING8191121790.mp3
- [Breaking the Avoidance Loop: Why You Keep Repeating the Same Patterns](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/c0eaeb7de28f) (2026-06-29, 68 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING8428802989.mp3
- [The Secret to Happiness: How to Feel Loved with Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/1ac1e3df59c4) (2026-06-22, 75 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING6581856930.mp3
- [How to Repair: The Key to Successful Relationships](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/89193256196a) (2026-06-15, 85 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING2056559755.mp3?updated=1781137639
- [Healthy Conflict: The Most Important Relationship Skill We Don’t Learn](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/9b95e6e601f7) (2026-06-08, 65 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING1681876644.mp3?updated=1780518914
- [The Gut-Brain Connection: Anxiety, Depression, and Wellness Fads with Dr. Trisha Pasricha](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/b9f5368c5a79) (2026-06-01, 65 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING9125683711.mp3?updated=1779919956
- [Right Effort: When to Push and When to Let Go with Yung Pueblo](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/73f8575088d2) (2026-05-25, 63 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING6325389177.mp3?updated=1779544250
- [Reparenting Yourself: How to Develop Emotional Maturity | Dr. Lindsay Gibson](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/3b6ac59e41f1) (2026-05-18, 84 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING9666009392.mp3?updated=1778791346
- [Becoming Securely Attached (to yourself): Reparenting and Healing Insecure Attachment](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/542658b1d585) (2026-05-11, 72 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING6553906444.mp3?updated=1778074164
- [Using Constraints to Improve Creativity, Focus, and Decision-Making with David Epstein](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/8136648357f6) (2026-05-04, 78 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING2925975612.mp3?updated=1777564472
- [Recovering from BPD with Mentalization-Based Therapy with Robert Drozek](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/e4f5b1f992a8) (2026-04-27, 99 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING2300535029.mp3?updated=1776895104
- [Breaking the Habit of Overthinking: Rumination, Cognitive Bypassing, and the Insight Trap](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/8ba20c826b2d) (2026-04-20, 83 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING4961609626.mp3?updated=1776371612
- [Trauma Therapy: What It’s Really Like with Dr. Jacob Ham and Elizabeth Ferreira](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/fd6468781521) (2026-04-13, 77 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING9707234961.mp3?updated=1775656842
- [6 Lessons from Existential and Transpersonal Psychology](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/f83778ba8b3c) (2026-04-06, 87 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING4382910303.mp3?updated=1775162575
- [Self-Regulation: How a Little Becomes a Lot with Eric Zimmer](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/439d0a0170fe) (2026-03-30, 74 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING3925795774.mp3?updated=1774519443
- [The Self-Abandonment Loop: Shame, Self-Criticism, and How to Break Free](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/8cd0cb49e0f5) (2026-03-23, 81 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING6048189438.mp3?updated=1773895662
- [Trauma in Relationships: What Actually Helps with Elizabeth Ferreira](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/b1b3207dfd04) (2026-03-16, 69 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING9203342282.mp3?updated=1773227948
- [Family Systems Theory: The Invisible Force That Runs Your Relationships](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/b94242e4ecbb) (2026-03-09, 84 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING8447477978.mp3?updated=1772701148
- [Make Life Easier by Making it Harder with Michael Easter](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/0831c8525553) (2026-03-02, 78 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING4672959423.mp3?updated=1772119694
- [The Freeze-Shame Loop, Therapy Speak, and "Everyone Has ADHD": February Mailbag](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/0681ba322cb6) (2026-02-23, 68 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING1962247785.mp3?updated=1771623211
- [Codependency and Healthy Dependency with Nedra Glover Tawwab](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/a82819753342) (2026-02-16, 76 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING8131428285.mp3?updated=1770683647
- [Reducing Reactivity (Without Becoming a Doormat) with Sharon Salzberg](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/490084e04b0c) (2026-02-09, 71 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING2313946865.mp3?updated=1770073322
- [Fixing vs. Feeling: How to Get on the Same Team with Elizabeth Ferreira](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/6a0e863c1c36) (2026-02-02, 61 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING5939051084.mp3?updated=1769986558
- [How to Create a Meaningful Life with Brad Stulberg](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/152e7911d242) (2026-01-26, 84 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING5824664254.mp3?updated=1769297858
- [Is Self-Help a Cult? The Attention Economy and Slippery Slope of "Woo"](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/4e3ae62a7fec) (2026-01-19, 96 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING1469967870.mp3?updated=1767832364
- [How to Make 2026 a Year You’ll Love](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/4d5d45ab310a) (2026-01-12, 72 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING1281634459.mp3?updated=1767832069
- [Who You’ll Be This Year: Values, Goals, and a Different Kind of Resolution](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/7cec7f9242b3) (2026-01-05, 68 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING8821562734.mp3?updated=1766963668
- [Against Nonchalance: How to Embrace Caring in 2026](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/7a30ca00a7af) (2025-12-29, 72 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING8405446449.mp3?updated=1766602602
- [Resentment, Situationships, and Highly Sensitive People: December Mailbag](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/6d6f271bb14f) (2025-12-22, 64 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING9902940188.mp3?updated=1766157999
- [The Therapy Wars: Science, Self-Help, and that IFS Article](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/7eaa5e9499c2) (2025-12-15, 102 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING1204219256.mp3?updated=1765321243
- [Borderline Personality: DBT and Working with Self-Hatred with Dr. Blaise Aguirre](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/d2be884ef943) (2025-12-08, 73 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING6983455190.mp3?updated=1764982733
- [Toxic Relationships: Why We Stay and How to Leave](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/6a2cf36c90da) (2025-12-01, 85 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING2573909962.mp3?updated=1764105902
- [Dr. Becky on Becoming the Person (and Parent) You Needed](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/dab4d0a33da4) (2025-11-24, 91 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING3872871956.mp3?updated=1763728047
- [Dealing with Guilt Trips, Boundaries, and Non-Monogamy: November Mailbag](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1120885936/ebc8d1a59107) (2025-11-17, 76 min): audio https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/mgln.ai/e/211/traffic.megaphone.fm/BEING1848777965.mp3?updated=1763130158

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