Dr. Rick Hanson on Staying Resilient with Missiles Overhead

Dr. Rick Hanson is one of the most respected voices in psychology—a New York Times bestselling author, Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, and a world-renowned teacher of emotional healing and resilience. His groundbreaking work blends neuroscience, mindfulness, and practical tools for inner transformation. In this urgent and intimate conversation, recorded as Iranian missile barrages rained over Israel, Dr. Hanson speaks about what happens to the brain and body under constant threat—and how we can stay steady, compassionate, and connected when everything around us feels unsafe. We talk about intergenerational trauma, the science of epigenetics, and how moments of connection—even in war—can begin to rewire the nervous system toward healing. He also shares simple, research-backed practices for calming the body, supporting children while feeling afraid ourselves, and staying open-hearted in a time of sirens, shelters, and sorrow. This episode was recorded at home, without studio equipment, during a period of lockdown. My voice is hoarse, my kids were nearby, and the audio is imperfect—but the conversation is deeply human, generous, and needed. If you’ve been feeling frayed, frightened, or overwhelmed—this conversation is for you.   🎧 Listen & Subscribe: 📌 Apple Podcasts 📌 Spotify 📌 YouTube 📩 Subscribe to my newsletter: www.WithAnouk.com 📸 Follow on Instagram