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Every book Dr. Laurie Santos recommended on podcasts
Dr. Laurie Santos appears on behavioral science, psychology, and wellness podcasts to discuss the science of human happiness, habit formation, and practical strategies for improving mental well-being in a fast-paced digital world. Drawing from her extensive background in psychological research, she frequently highlights practical literary resources that help individuals navigate modern stressors, digital distractions, and social anxiety. On the topic of screen time and modern communication, Dr. Santos recommends Catherine Price’s How to Break Up with Your Phone. She notes that Price offers a refreshing and practical method for resetting one's relationship with technology, comparing the approach to attending couples counseling with one's device rather than attempting a total, unrealistic ban. To illustrate the concept and application of a daily gratitude or appreciation habit, Dr. Santos brings up Ross Gay’s The Book of Delights, praising the author’s disciplined practice of identifying and writing short essays about everyday moments of joy. Furthermore, while discussing strategies for introverts to step outside their comfort zones and foster meaningful social connections, Dr. Santos mentions Jessica Pan’s memoir Sorry I’m Late, I Didn't Want to Come. Through these thoughtful recommendations, Dr. Santos provides audiences with accessible, science-backed literature aimed at cultivating mindfulness, reducing anxiety, and enhancing daily life satisfaction.
Books recommended by Dr. Laurie Santos
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How to break up with your phone
How to Break Up with Your Phone by Catherine Price is a practical guide designed to help readers reduce digital distraction, curb screen addiction, and establish a healthier relationship with their mobile devices.
Recommended“Katherine Price who's been on my podcast the happiness lab a bunch she has this lovely book called How to Break Up with Your Phone where she kind of argues you don't need to break up with your phone but you need to take it like to couples counseling for kind of situations like this with the news and she”
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The Book of Delights
The Book of Delights by Ross Gay is a collection of lyrical essays celebrating everyday wonders, human connection, and moments of unexpected joy in the natural world.
Recommended“there's a really lovely book by the author Ross gay called The Book of delights and and he used a delight practice where every day he not only had to find a delight but write a short essay about it”
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Sorry I'm Late, I Didn't Want to Come
Sorry I'm Late, I Didn't Want to Come by Jessica Pan is a humorous and insightful memoir about an introverted journalist who spends a year pushing herself out of her comfort zone by saying yes to every social invitation and terrifying situation that comes her way.
Discussed“I had this lovely woman Jessica pan on the show is this book called sorry I'm late I didn't want to come”
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Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
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| Think About Death. Science Says You’ll Be Happier. | Dr. Laurie Santos | The Daily Stoic | 2025-07-12 | 1 |
| How to Achieve True Happiness Using Science-Based Protocols | Dr. Laurie Santos | Huberman Lab | 2024-12-23 | 2 |