Awe Psychology (WONDER) with Dacher Keltner
From Ologies with Alie Ward by Alie Ward
June 3, 2026 · 39 min · Episode 511
About this episode
Dr. Dacher Keltner discusses the importance of awe in mental health and relationships.
Awe?! You can study this? You can, and it turns out it’s really important for our mental health. Dr. Dacher Keltner, the legendary UC Berkeley psychology professor, author, and founding director of the Greater Good Science Center, lent us some time to chat about his research into what makes us feel awe, and how that sense of vastness can make our lives and relationships richer. From spending some time under starry skies, to walking past ancient ruins, to listening to a favorite song, these big and little moments can help us feel smaller in the best way. Also: hop into a mosh pit.
People in this episode
Host: Alie Ward
Guest: Dacher Keltner
Topics covered
- awe
- psychology
- mental health
- relationships
- nature
- music
Keywords
- awe
- psychology
- mental health
- Dacher Keltner
- UC Berkeley
- Greater Good Science Center
- relationships
- nature
- music
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: UC Berkeley, Greater Good Science Center
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