People

James Pennebaker

Mentioned in 5 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

Episode Appearances

Good Life Project

Good Life Project · May 25, 2026

How to Finally Have the Talk You've Been Avoiding | Jonathan Fields

His decades of research on emotional expression versus suppression and physical health benefits is referenced

Difficult conversations with romantic partnersConversations with aging parents about end-of-life careSibling and adult child relationship renegotiation
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10% Happier with Dan Harris

10% Happier with Dan Harris · Apr 13, 2026

The Science of Talking: Boost Your Mood, Sharpen Your Mind, and Protect Against Dementia | Maryellen MacDonald

Pioneering researcher on expressive writing; mentioned as 'godfather of expressive writing'

Self-talk and internal dialogue for focus and emotional regulationExpressive writing and journaling for mental health and emotional processingLearning science: encoding information through talking vs. passive listening
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On Purpose with Jay Shetty

On Purpose with Jay Shetty · Mar 6, 2026

6-Step Science-Backed Morning Reset (Boost Focus, Lower Stress & Improve Your Mood All Day!)

Psychologist at University of Texas at Austin; foundational researcher on expressive writing and its health benefits

Sleep inertia and snooze button neuroscienceCircadian rhythm regulation and light exposureCold water immersion and sympathetic nervous system activation
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10% Happier with Dan Harris

10% Happier with Dan Harris · Mar 2, 2026

Harvard Business School Professor on Building Trust, Reducing Regret, and the Underrated Power of Oversharing | Leslie John

Conducted landmark studies on health benefits of writing about thoughts and feelings, including HIV study

Self-disclosure and vulnerability in professional relationshipsTrust-building through strategic revelationRumination, anxiety reduction, and physiological benefits of emotional expression
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10% Happier with Dan Harris

10% Happier with Dan Harris · Jan 26, 2026

A Counterintuitive Strategy for Sharper Decision-Making, Stronger Performance, and a More Meaningful Life. | Daniel Pink

Pioneering researcher on journaling and writing about negative emotions for therapeutic benefit

Regret as adaptive emotion and decision-making toolFour core regret categories: foundation, boldness, moral, connectionSelf-compassion vs. self-criticism in high-achiever psychology
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