In this episode, we explore hope through the lens of science with Dr. Deepti Anbarasan, a psychiatrist, neurologist, and medical educator. We examine what hope is from a neurological and psychological perspective, how it shapes our thoughts, behaviors, and relationships, and why it is essential for both patients and healthcare professionals. Drawing on her experiences caring for patients and mentoring physicians in training, Deepti offers practical and deeply human insights into cultivating hope during times of uncertainty. From the brain science of hope to the idea of “”borrowing”” and sharing hope with one another, this conversation reminds us that hope is more than optimism—it’s a powerful force that can sustain individuals and strengthen our connections to each other.
RAYE, This Album May Contain Hope
“Music is medicine. I’ve always said that, and I guess I’m in the process of making medicine for myself that I can share with the world. I want us all to say to ourselves that it’s going to be all right, and I’m going to have faith in the seeds that I’ve planted beneath the snow. I wanted to create something that is a hug or a bed or a soft place for that person who needs it.” – RAYE
Kate Bowler, Joyful Anyway
Interview and Commentary: Annie Robinson and Abigail Ford Winkel
Editing: Abigail Ford Winkel
Sound Engineering: Greg Dorsainville
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