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Hidden BrainApr 20, 2026

Do You Feel Loved?

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Do You Feel Loved? mentions Ordinary Magic by Greg Walton and How to Feel Loved by Sonia Lubemirsky and Harry Rees with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Ordinary Magic
Greg Walton

Greg is the author of Ordinary Magic, the science of how we can achieve big change with small acts.

How to Feel Loved
Sonia Lubemirsky and Harry Rees

The conclusion that Harry and I reached is actually good news, which is that you don't have to change yourself.

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What’s the difference between being loved and feeling loved? Psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky joins us to discuss the distinction, and how we can create a stronger feeling of closeness in our relationships. Then, in our latest installment of Your Questions Answered, psychologist Greg Walton returns to answer listeners’ questions about negative thought spirals.
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Ordinary Magic
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The host mentions 'Ordinary Magic' to highlight Greg Walton's research on how small acts can lead to significant chan…

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How to Feel Loved
Sonia Lubemirsky and Harry Rees

The host discusses the misconceptions people have about needing to change themselves to feel loved, referencing the b…

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  • The conversation centers on feeling loved in relationships.
  • A second recurring theme is negative thought spirals.
  • Referenced books include Ordinary Magic by Greg Walton and How to Feel Loved by Sonia Lubemirsky and Harry Rees.
  • The strongest audience signal points to Individuals struggling with self-doubt and negative thinking and Individuals seeking deeper connections in their relationships.
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Ordinary Magic
Greg Walton
Best for Individuals struggling with self-doubt and negative thinkingOften cited around negative thought spirals

“Greg Walton studies how we end up in downward spirals. He's the author of Ordinary Magic, the science of how we can achieve big change with small acts.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals struggling with self-doubt and negative thinking
Key quote: “Greg is the author of Ordinary Magic, the science of how we can achieve big change with small acts.”
The host mentions 'Ordinary Magic' to highlight Greg Walton's research on how small acts can lead to significant changes in overcoming negative thought patterns. Walton's insights are particularly relevant as they address the struggles individuals face when dealing with self-doubt and spiraling thoughts.
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How to Feel Loved
Sonia Lubemirsky and Harry Rees
Best for Individuals seeking deeper connections in their relationshipsOften cited around feeling loved in relationships

“Sonia and Harry are the authors of How to Feel Loved, the five mindsets that get you more of what matters most.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals seeking deeper connections in their relationships
Key quote: “The conclusion that Harry and I reached is actually good news, which is that you don't have to change yourself.”
The host discusses the misconceptions people have about needing to change themselves to feel loved, referencing the book 'How to Feel Loved' to highlight the importance of relational dynamics. The authors argue that creating the right conversational conditions can foster feelings of love without the need for self-improvement or perfection.
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Ordinary Magic
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Greg is the author of Ordinary Magic, the science of how we can achieve big change with small acts.
How to Feel Loved
Hidden Brain · 29:34
The conclusion that Harry and I reached is actually good news, which is that you don't have to change yourself.
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Sonia Lubemirsky and Harry Rees

The host discusses the misconceptions people have about needing to change themselves to feel loved, referencing the book 'How to Feel Loved' to hig…

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