6 Simple Science-Backed Hacks That Will Make Your Life Better

In today’s episode, you’ll learn 6 simple mind and body hacks that play a huge role in your success, happiness, and health.

One of the top psychology experts and professors in the world, Dr. Adam Alter, is here to reveal the simple things in your day to day life that influence how you think, feel, and behave.

Dr. Alter is a New York Times bestselling author and a renowned researcher and professor at NYU’s Stern School of Business.

He will share his incredible research, including:

- One tiny change that will give you 20 years of your life back (yes, you read that right).

- The exact colors you should wear on a first date, during a big meeting, or when you want to be more influential.

- A simple, free hack that makes you more productive and calmer.

- One common household object that can dramatically change behavior based on where you put it.

- How looking at a screen impacts your body and brain

After listening to today’s episode, you’re going to know how to use these 6 science-backed hacks to make your life better.

For more resources, including links to Dr. Adam Alter’s research and bestselling books, click here for the podcast episode page.

If you liked this research-packed episode, you’ll love this one next: “How to Read Body Language to Get What You Want: 6 Simple Psychological Tricks to Be More Confident”

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