Impact
How Kindness & Mindfulness Can Change You
On the Now at Ohio State podcast, we talk with researchers, innovators and bold thinkers who look at our world, see what the real challenges are, and create the solutions that people need now.
Episode 5
23-minute listen
How Kindness and Mindfulness Can Change You
Mindfulness is having a bit of a moment right now. From meditation to breathing exercises to acts of kindness, many are turning to these means to alleviate stress and anxiety from their lives. But does it actually work? In this episode, we talk with two experts who both say, “absolutely yes.”
College of Medicine
Maryanna Klatt, PhD
Klatt is a professor of clinical family medicine and director of The Ohio State University College of Medicine’s Center for Integrative Medicine. Her research focus has been to develop and evaluate feasible, cost-effective ways to reduce the risk of stress-related chronic illness for both adults and children.
College of Arts and Sciences
Jennifer Cheavens, PhD
Cheavens is a professor of psychology who is interested in the treatment of mood and personality disorders – including how to use human strengths and flourishing to help those with depression and anxiety. She has studied how hope, kindness and gratitude interventions can help treatment outcomes.
