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How to Become a Better Human: Lessons on Kindness, Love, and Happiness (From a 10-Year-Old)

2024/9/19
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Mel: 本期节目邀请了10岁的Elton分享他对生活、友谊和幸福的独特见解，他的观点简单却深刻，对各个年龄段的人都有启发。他强调了善良、友谊和积极情绪的重要性，并建议减少手机使用时间，多与他人交流沟通。Mel还分享了她自己的经验和一些科学研究，以支持Elton的观点。 Elton: 他认为善良是生活中最重要的事情，友善待人能够带来积极的回报。朋友是让他感到快乐的重要因素，在感到悲伤或孤独时，他会向家人寻求帮助。他建议减少手机使用时间，多与他人互动，并分享了他通过心理治疗改善情绪状态的经验。他还谈到了努力尝试的重要性，即使结果不尽如人意，也要继续努力。他认为每个人都有自己的天赋和才能，需要去发现它，并建议人们要善待自己，一步一步来，不要试图一次完成所有事情。他分享了“披萨策略”——一种巧妙地转移话题的方法，用于避免参与负面讨论。最后，他呼吁人们要友善待人，不要让任何事情阻碍自己前进。

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This chapter introduces Elton, a wise 10-year-old, and explores his unique perspective on life. Elton shares how simple acts of kindness can have a ripple effect, creating a positive cycle that fosters strong friendships and overall happiness.
  • Elton emphasizes the importance of kindness and its link to happiness.
  • He introduces the concept of "Top Five" and "Mount Rushmore" people who bring joy and support.
  • Complimenting others and spreading positivity are key to building strong relationships.

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In today’s episode, you’ll reframe your perspective on happiness, kindness, and friendship through a fresh lens—all thanks to a surprising source: Mel’s 10-year-old guest, Elton. 

Mel is sitting down with this wise beyond his years kid for an impactful, profound conversation that will challenge you (and encourage you!) to be a better human. Elton’s simple but profound insights on everything from friendships and feelings to screen time and self-kindness are exactly what you need—no matter your age.

Forget the idea that wisdom only comes with age. This episode is an invitation to embrace the wisdom and curiosity of those younger than you. It’s a reminder that sometimes the most powerful lessons come from the most unexpected voices.

This episode is your call to get curious and excited about life again. This is the kind of advice that everyone —no matter your age—needs to hear, and you’ll leave this episode feeling empowered to be a kinder, more intentional friend, parent, sibling, and person.

You’ll also rethink how much time you spend on your phone, feel encouraged to reconnect with what brings you joy, and learn how to be gentler with yourself.

This is also a great episode to share with your kids or with anyone who is a parent.

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If you liked this fun and relatable episode, listen to this one next, about Mel’s recent hiking trip with her family and the lessons she learned through that experience: 7 Lessons To Learn Once That Will Improve Your Life Forever)

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